Mike Clark

In this conversation, Mike Clark, a Senior Researcher in Sustainable Food Solutions at Oxford, explores the ecological economics of food systems. He delves into the rising food demand driven by population growth and income, predicting a significant increase in agricultural production by 2050. Clark discusses the environmental toll of food systems, including greenhouse gas emissions and biodiversity loss, while advocating for mostly plant-based diets as a major mitigation strategy. He also highlights the importance of policy reforms to encourage healthier, sustainable eating habits.