Portuguese City of Braga Endorses the Plant Based Treaty

The city of Braga in Portugal has officially endorsed the Plant Based Treaty, becoming the second city in Portugal to do so. This decision was made in recognition of the environmental impact of animal agriculture, which is responsible for a significant amount of methane emissions in the country. The treaty aims to promote more sustainable and plant-based diets as a way to reduce the ecological footprint of food consumption. Braga's commitment includes plans to promote plant-based eating habits through municipal communication channels, community gardens, cooking workshops, and education in schools.

The endorsement of the Plant Based Treaty in Braga marks a significant step towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly food system. With the city's commitment to developing a plant-based food strategy, Portugal is taking proactive measures to address the environmental impact of food consumption and promote more sustainable eating habits among its residents.