# University of York Canonical URL: [University of York](https://plantbaseduniversities.org/university-of-york) Campaign last updated: 2026-11-01T09:29:33.652Z City: York ## Let's make the University of York 100% Plant-Based\! Join today and become part of an international student-led climate movement\! Signatures displayed: 246. Current signature goal: 250. Counts can change. ## What is the problem? ### 57% of food emissions come from animal products Food systems are responsible for around a third of all global greenhouse gas emissions, and animal products are the dominant driver. Meat and dairy alone generate more emissions than all the world's planes, ships, and cars combined. Every meal the University of York serves is a choice between perpetuating this crisis or being part of the solution. ## What can we do? ### Thousands of meals are served at the University of York Every plate is a decision the University of York makes, and that can change. The University of York has already satted that "we are fully committed to climate action by actively reducing our carbon emissions and implementing energy-saving initiatives across our campus with a goal of being carbon neutral by 2030." Going 100% plant-based is one of the most visible, controllable ways to actually deliver on that promise. ## Is that even possible? University of Graz went fully plant-based. Edinburgh hit 70% — and the University of York can be next\! ## Petition To all Univerity of York students and staff\! If you believe in our mission, please show your support by signing our petition today\! ## Get involved and follow updates [Visit the campaign page](https://plantbaseduniversities.org/university-of-york) to join the team or sign the petition, and read the latest campaign timeline. Contact: pbuyork@protonmail.com [Campaign Instagram](https://instagram.com/plantbaseduoy)