The novel coronavirus pandemic has had far more people cooking and eating at home than usual. And they have more time to plan their shopping list.<br />According to CNN, it's provided Americans with an opportunity to make Earth-friendly choices that go towards mitigating climate change.<br />If you only make one switch in the service of the planet, cut out red meat and animal proteins. That will have the greatest immediate impact.<br />And go heavy on the veggies. A 2018 study showed vegetables have less of a carbon footprint than even fish, eggs and dairy.<br />If this seems a bit much, remember that consumer demand was what made organic products commonplace, rather than just for fringe health nuts.<br />In other words, if enough people make 'Meatless Monday' a thing, it'll be one!
