HSUS Fact Sheet: Animal Agriculture and Climate Change
Abstract According to a 2006 report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, the animal agriculture sector emits more greenhouse gases than cars and SUVs. Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHGs) The animal agriculture sector is responsible for 18% of greenhouse gas emissions, measured in carbon dioxide (CO2) equivalent, higher than the share contributed by cars, [...] [...more]
