Global warming has become the most important issue facing the humanity and it is the duty of every one of us to contribute in whatever manner we can to reduce the effects of climate change. Animal-farming for human consumption is one of the biggest contributors to environmental degradation and greenhouse gas emission.

For further details regarding the effects of meat consumption on the environment and our health click here on the facts-sheet.

The Hindu Council of Australia, supported by the ARRCC (Australian Religious Response to Climate Change) and the *Australian Vegetarian Society are organising a half-day conference in Sydney on 2nd October 2008 to promote the concept of reduction of meat consumption in our diet to address this very important problem. It is the most direct and economical way of reducing greenhouse gas emission and at the same time improving our health.