Scientific Advisor at Plant Based Treaty | Yale PhD Physicist

Join Dr. Cushman for an introduction and discussion of the “Plant Based Treaty” initiative.

The Plant Based Treaty is a grassroots initiative creating bottom-up pressure for the negotiation of a global Plant Based Treaty as a companion to the UNFCCC Paris Agreement. Modeled on the Fossil Fuel Treaty, the Plant Based Treaty aims to put food systems at the forefront of combating the climate crisis to halt the widespread degradation of critical ecosystems caused by animal agriculture and to promote a shift towards healthier, sustainable plant-based diets.

Individuals, groups, businesses and cities that endorse the Plant Based Treaty are expressing their support for national governments to come together to negotiate a global Plant Based Treaty, including the three core principles of: Reditect, Relinquish, and Restore.

Attend this workshop and learn not only about this vital initiative, but also how you can contribute to this growing movement!

Catch Dr. Cushman and the Plant Based Treaty Workshop at VegFest 2026

🍽️ 11:30–12:00 PM – Plant Based Treaty Workshop with Kimmy Cushman, at the Speaker Tent

Read more about Dr. Cushman and the Treaty at plantbasedtreaty.org