Turkey vs Nut Roast: We Calculate The Climate Impact of Your Christmas Dinner

An analysis conducted by Green Queen in collaboration with Calyx, a climate data intelligence startup, compared the carbon footprint and Eco-Score of a traditional Christmas dinner with a vegan feast. The study found that the vegan menu had a significantly lower impact on the environment, with a 4.43kg carbon footprint per serving compared to the traditional meat and dairy-heavy menu's 10.12kg per serving.

The Eco-Score took into account various factors such as carbon footprint, water use, land use, packaging, impact on biodiversity, and animal welfare. The study found that the vegan options, such as nut loaf and stuffed squash, had higher Eco-Scores and lower carbon footprints compared to traditional options like roast turkey and ham. Overall, the analysis indicated that a vegan Christmas dinner is better for the planet, with the plant-based menu scoring higher on the Eco-Scale and emitting less carbon.