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Regenerative beef: Legit or climate scam? | George Monbiot

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Oct 23, 2023
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George Monbiot
George Monbiot, acclaimed environmental activist and author, challenges popular beliefs about regenerative agriculture. Topics include carbon offsetting, global impact of cattle ranching, flaws in studies supporting regenerative grazing, genuine carbon offset programs, carbon opportunity costs, and the imperative to care for the environment.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Importance of Omega Fatty Acids and a Debate on Livestock Grazing
02:16 • 2min
3
Debate on Holistic Grazing and Climate Change Mitigation
04:03 • 32min
4
Determining the Legitimacy of Carbon Offsets and the Challenges Faced by Consumers
35:52 • 2min
5
Land Use and Carbon Opportunity Cost
37:58 • 28min
6
Analyzing the Lack of Scientific Evidence and Explanation in a Debate
01:05:44 • 3min
7
Debate Disappointment and Frustration
01:08:29 • 22min