In recent years, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and the World Economic Forum (WEF) have been promoting lab-grown meat as a climate-friendly alternative to traditional beef. However, a new study has found that the lab-grown “synthetic meat” being advocated for may have a far worse impact on the environment than beef.
The study, led by Dr. Frank Mitloehner, a professor of animal science and air quality at the University of California, Davis, found that lab-grown meat’s environmental impact is up to 25 times worse than real beef. The research revealed that the energy needed to produce the lab-grown meat, along with the carbon emissions produced during the process, contribute significantly to the meat’s overall carbon footprint.
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"Lab-grown meat is up to 25 times WORSE for the climate than beef, study claims"https://t.co/Erm1zNsW7K
— Luke Rudkowski (@Lukewearechange) May 10, 2023
Despite this, Gates and his allies in the WEF have continued to push for the public to switch to lab-grown meat in an effort to meet climate change goals. In a 2021 interview with MIT Technology Review, Gates asserted that “all rich countries should move to 100% synthetic beef.”
However, the new study suggests that lab-grown meat may be less “green” than it is marketed to be. Real beef, while not without its environmental impact, may actually be a more sustainable option in terms of total carbon emissions.
In conclusion, the evidence presented in this study challenges the claims made by many advocates of lab-grown meat. While the idea of a climate-friendly alternative to traditional beef is appealing, the science suggests that lab-grown meat may not be the best solution. As consumers continue to seek out environmentally-friendly options, it is important to consider all of the available information and make informed choices based on the most up-to-date and accurate research.