Policy Teams
Our goal is to help the San Diego community reduce emissions and other environmental impacts associated with animal agriculture by educating about and promoting a plant-based diet, as well as advocating for policies that promote the reduction of animal-based products.
In 2025, Plant-Forward Team Hosted “Planet-Based Eating: Where Climate Action Meets the Plate” @ Franklin Farm Sanctuary
WHAT WE'RE WORKING ON
- Push the City to take action on their Climate Action Plan goal of reducing carbon and water footprint of meat and dairy purchases by 20%
- Educate community about animal agricultures impact on climate change
- Empower community to eat plant-based
- Hold an educational event for SD350 members
- Educate and provide opportunities for schools to increase purchases of plant-based products and decrease purchases of animal products in the school cafeteria.
- Collaborate with other organizations
WHAT OUR VOLUNTEERS DO
- Learn and share your knowledge to advance our advocacy
- Do research and writing for various projects
- Create informational graphics for social media
- Attend public meetings to provide public comment
- Community outreach
- Write blog posts and planning docs
Fun Fact!
The Plant Forward Team was formed in 2024 out of a working group from the Food and Soil team!
How TO GET INVOLVED
The Plant Forward Team meets virtually every other week on Thursday from 6:30-7:30 pm. Once a quarter, they meet in-person at local vegan restaurants!
Fill out the volunteer interest form to get involved.