Looking at the composition
of the meal by weight, steak
accounts for less than half
of the total weight.
However, when it comes to
total carbon emissions from
the meal, the steak contributes
to almost all of the emissions.
What’s for Dinner?
Breaking down a meal of steak, broccoli, and potatoes
Potatoes
Broccoli
Steak
Steak Dinner Ingredient Composition
Weight
Carbon Emissions
34.5%
.25%
99.4%
43.5%
22%
.35%
Weight
Carbon Emissions