Data reveals record investments in alternative protein in 2019 and Q1 2020
Corporate Engagement’s Caroline Bushnell explains the surge of investor confidence in alternative proteins that is being fuelled by increasing consumer interest.
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New GFI State of the Industry Reports show alternative proteins are poised to flourish post-Covid-19
Nate CrosserOur latest Plant-Based and Cultivated Meat State of the Industry Reports show that, even with the vast economic and public health challenges Covid-19 presents, there are reasons to remain optimistic about the future of sustainable protein production.
Federal support for alternative protein for economic recovery and climate mitigation
The Breakthrough Institute highlights the importance of public support for alternative proteins and suggests ways that Congress could support continued research and development.
To the House Science, Space & Technology Committee on Covid-19 stimulus package
GFI’s comment urges the Committee to dedicate stimulus funds to support alternative proteins. Learn why doing so would help create a resilient and sustainable food supply.
Food insecurity is a real threat. Meatless meat could help protect us.
GFI’s Caroline Bushnell and Liz Specht explain how alternative proteins can mitigate the risks of food insecurity.
Future Food: Alt protein winners, losers, innovation whitespace
GFI executive director Bruce Friedrich discusses the remarkable growth of the alternative protein sector with AgFunder’s Louisa Burwood-Taylor.
To the House Select Committee on the climate crisis on carbon pollution and economic stimulus
GFI’s comment urges the Committee to propose legislation to establish and fund an interagency Alternative Protein Initiative. Learn why doing so would achieve a climate-friendly food supply.
Doing the impossible with alternative meats
GFI’s Liz Specht talks all things alternative proteins in this Q&A with U.C. San Diego — from current technological challenges to potential future bottlenecks.
RethinkX predicts transformation of meat industry within decades
Liz Specht, Ph.D.A new report by the economic think tank RethinkX suggests that novel food production methods that rely on fermentation and plant-based ingredients could capture market share much more quickly than mainstream analysts anticipate.
A big role for tiny organisms in the future of protein
Sophie TroykaIn addition to plant and cell-based sources, microscopic organisms may play a big role in shaping a healthier, more sustainable future of protein.
