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Inspired by the Capital Institute's Third Millennium Economy initiative, this collection highlights those voices - ecological economists, sociologist, finance professionals, environmentalists, community developers - advocating a restructuring of our economy to transition to a truly sustainable economic system.

Curated by mokiethecat

How greenhouse gas emissions from rice can be minimised through regenerative production
November 11, 2022

The global food system generates 20-30% of greenhouse gas emissions, largely from production. Conventional rice production, a staple for over half the world, alone generates emissions equivalent to global aviation. The System of Rice Intensification (SRI) offers an agroecological solution.

SRI employs simple interventions to significantly reduce water use, methane, and chemicals, while boosting yields and cutting labor. Currently 4% of rice production, scaling SRI to 25% could reduce emissions equivalent to India's total output.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, champions a circular economy that eliminates waste, circulates materials, and regenerates nature. Subscribe to The Ellen MacArthur Foundation for more insightful videos: YouTube
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