Poland's health ministry has introduced new regulations mandating plant-based meals in schools, based on the Planetary Health Diet. Schools will be required to serve at least one fully vegan lunch per week, with plant-based alternatives available on other days. The regulations also focus on reducing food waste and promoting nutritious, locally sourced, and organic plant-based foods.

The new rules, impacting 6.8 million children in nearly 36,000 schools, aim to educate children on responsible food choices that benefit both their health and the planet. The regulations emphasize legumes, whole grains, vegetables, and plant-based fats, aligning with the Planetary Health Diet to improve public health and reduce the food system's climate impact. Other countries like Spain and Taiwan are also prioritizing plant-based options in school meals, highlighting the global shift towards more sustainable and nutritious food choices for children.