Food is a huge source of methane emissions. Fixing that is no easy feat.

An international team of researchers discovered that global methane emissions rose at an unprecedented rate in the years leading up to 2022. A report by the Global Carbon Project highlighted that two-thirds of methane emissions in 2020 were due to human activities, with agriculture and waste being major contributors. The report analyzed two decades of data and emphasized the need for action to address the methane issue. Solutions such as changes in diet and innovative technologies in agriculture are crucial in reducing methane emissions. The report also underscored the importance of addressing methane emissions from waste systems, particularly food waste. Countries like South Korea and France have made progress in reducing food waste, but there is a need for scalable solutions globally. Addressing methane emissions from agriculture and waste is crucial in combating climate change.