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An illustrated image of a young woman standing in a coffee shop, holds a cup of coffee in both hands, one with dairy milk, the other with plant-based milk.
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Environment

Brewed awakening: how dairy in coffee chains is still harming the earth

More coffee chains are ditching the dairy surcharge—but not all are keeping up. This piece explores the hidden environmental cost of milk in your cup.
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A split illustration contrasting two environments for dairy cows. On the left, a black and white cow stands in a sunny, green pasture under a blue sky with white clouds. On the right, a brown and white cow stands inside a dimly lit barn with metal walls and visible equipment. This visual juxtaposition highlights the different living conditions of dairy cows, relevant to the journey of dairy production.
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From cow to cup: the journey of dairy most consumers don't see

A deep dive in to the impact of the dairy industry, and a reality-check regarding the awareness most consumers have about farming cows for milk.
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A woman in a bright yellow shirt holding a glass of milk, with colorful, neon backgrounds. Almonds float next to her on either side, symbolizing plant-based milk. The image connects to an article discussing media claims linking plant milks and depression.
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No, plant-based milks are not causing depression, but why does the media say the opposite?

Based on a study published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition, media outlets are claiming plant-based drinks increase depression risk.
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A thoughtful woman in a mustard turtleneck looks up at a swirl of floating food items—including vegetables, meat, eggs, dairy, and plant-based products—surrounded by question marks. The colorful gradient background symbolizes confusion around sustainable food choices. This image accompanies a FoodFacts.org article exploring claims about the environmental impact of almond milk and veggie burgers based on a media interpretation of an Oxford study.
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“Almond milk and veggie burgers can harm the environment” Says media on new Oxford University Study; are plant-based foods worse for the environment?

Critics love to drag almond milk, but the science says it’s still a climate-friendlier sip than dairy
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