Can we achieve net zero without abandoning the global livestock industry entirely?
In short: Myles Allen, Director of the Oxford Net Zero initiative, examines the complex relationship between livestock agriculture and climate goals. This lecture explores whether current climate targets necessitate the total elimination of livestock farming or if alternative strategies exist to balance food production with environmental stability.
Recorded on April 29, 2025, at Barnard's Inn Hall in London, this lecture features Myles Allen, the Frank Jackson Foundation Professor of the Environment. Allen, who received a CBE in 2022 for his contributions to climate change attribution and net zero strategy, investigates the intersection of agricultural practices and global warming mitigation.
The discussion addresses the role of livestock in a net zero future, drawing on Allen's extensive experience as a Fellow of the Royal Society and his leadership in climate research. The lecture provides a critical look at how the sector might adapt to meet international climate commitments while maintaining food security.
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