Food and Climate Change Quiz

The video discusses the significant impact of food systems on climate change, highlighting that agriculture contributes to 22% of global emissions. It identifies key emission sources such as deforestation, livestock, and industrial farming. The video proposes strategies for reducing emissions, including improving efficiency, reducing food waste, and shifting diets. It also explores carbon removal techniques like rewilding and regenerative agriculture, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive approach to address the food and climate crisis.

What percentage of Earth's land is used for agriculture?

• 38%

• 10%

• Less than 1%

• 50%

Which sector contributes approximately 22% of global emissions?

• Transportation

• Industry

• Food system

• Electricity

What is the largest contributor to food system emissions?

• Industrial farming

• Livestock

• Deforestation

• Rice production

Why is addressing food emissions crucial for solving climate change?

• Food emissions are decreasing

• Food emissions are a minor issue

• Food emissions are rising and significant

• Food emissions are unrelated to climate change

What is the first step in the plan to tackle food-related emissions?

• Focus on transportation

• Ignore the problem

• Cut emissions

• Increase food production

How much of the food grown on Earth is never eaten?

• 10-20%

• 20-30%

• 40-50%

• 30-40%

Which food item is the most climate-polluting?

• Beef

• Fish

• Pork

• Chicken

What is a key method to protect ecosystems from being cleared?

• Work with Indigenous communities

• Use more fertilizers

• Increase deforestation

• Expand urban areas

What is a potential benefit of regenerative agriculture?

• Increases soil erosion

• Reduces soil carbon

• Improves soil health

• Decreases water quality

What is necessary to build a better food system?

• Increased emissions

• Change in practices

• New technology

• More fossil fuels