Vegan Revolution

Sustainable Eco-Veganism: An Introduction

Welcome!

Concern for the environment in this country is growing rapidly. Everywhere you turn, people and companies are encouraging you
to “go green.” Bringing your reusable bags to the grocery store is no
longer seen as trendy, it’s common place; environmentally-friendly
cleaning products have caught up with harmful chemical-based cleaners;
organic farming practices are encouraged by the population at large, not
just a select few. People are becoming more cognizant than ever about
their impact on the world we live in. However, few people know what
kind of impact our current food consumption patterns affect the
environment. According to the UN, facotory farming – the industrial
production of livestock – contributes to 18% of greenhouse gas emissions
globally, more than any other industry. The combined emissions of
transportation (cars, planes, trains, ships, etc.) account for nearly
13% of greenhouse gasses! Think about it for a second; raising
livestock for food consumption is almost 40% more responsible for global
warming than transportation. Imagine the change we could initiate by
gradually reducing meat consumption.

My mission is simple. Educate the consumer about his/her impact and give sensible solutions to
make a difference. A vegan diet doesn’t consist of just vegetables and
rice. In fact, when properly advised, a vegan diet can be just as
delicious as and MORE nutritious than an omnivorous diet centered on
meat. Additionally, when purchased responsibly, an alternative vegan
diet won’t have the impact on your wallet that you may think.

This blog is not meant to be preachy; rather, I wish to present a viable
alternative to current food production and consumption practices. I
will provide you with delicious recipes, educational information and
resources to make the vegan diet more accessible to everyone. If you
are considering a vegan diet, DO NOT BE AFRAID. I understand that
changes in any diet can be challenging, and I am in no way suggesting
that you should immediately change your food habits. Rather, try making
a few meals a week vegan. Soon, you can set aside one day a week to
abstain from animal products. Take it easy, and don’t go overboard as
you begin this transition. You may, at first, find it hard to eliminate
certain dairy products from your diet – this is to be expected. Listen
to your body, and make decisions you feel comfortable committing to.
Remember, you are making a lifestyle change… this takes time. Feel
proud that you are doing your part in an area you have accountability
for. We can’t change the way our world operates overnight, but we can
do what we can to change our involvement in it!

Jacob Spencer @  Sustainable Eco-Veganism