El Masnou Becomes Second Spanish City to Endorse the Plant Based Treaty

El Masnou in Catalonia has become the second Spanish city to endorse the Plant Based Treaty, aiming to transition towards plant-based food systems to address climate change, public health, and animal welfare. With a majority vote from the city council, the resolution emphasizes the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across all sectors, including food production, in order to combat the climate emergency.

As part of its commitment, El Masnou will implement measures such as ensuring 50% of catering at public events consists of plant-based options and introducing more plant-based meal options in local schools. The city also plans to focus on food sovereignty and sustainable agriculture in the Ocata agricultural area, as well as improve green infrastructure to connect with neighboring towns. The Plant-Based Treaty, a global initiative to shift food systems to plant-based models, has gained support from numerous cities and high-profile endorsements, demonstrating a growing effort to reduce the environmental impact of food systems and improve public health outcomes.