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Paul McCartney Just Ended the Plant-Based Milk Tax at Peet’s Coffee
Sir Paul McCartney—yes, that Paul McCartney—just got extra vegan brownie points for plant-based coffee drinkers., across the pond. Peet’s Coffee, a huge US coffee chain, has scrapped its extra charge for plant-based milks after McCartney called them out. The legendary Beatle argued that charging extra for non-dairy milk totally contradicted the brand’s sustainability goals. His influence clearly […]
Tiba Tempeh Bags £1.1M to Shake Up UK Plant-Based Scene
Tiba Tempeh, the UK brand making tempeh cool, just scored over £1.1 million in funding. The round, led by Maven Capital Partners, is set to fuel major growth. Tempeh—fermented soy goodness—is a protein-packed, gut-friendly meat alternative. With plant-based eating on the rise, this investment could push tempeh into the mainstream.
Big Sustainability Events Coming to the UK in 2025
If you’re all about saving the planet (or just fancy networking with like-minded eco-warriors), 2025 is packed with sustainability events across the UK. One to watch is Economist Sustainability Week (March 10-12, London), where businesses, policymakers, and activists tackle the climate crisis. Expect panel talks, innovative solutions, and some serious green inspo. There’s also The […]
Vegan NIBs: Latest Lowdown on Crackd
Crackd (UK plant-based brand) is about to hit the US, and it makes total sense. Their liquid egg alternative has been a staple in British vegan kitchens for a while now—great for baking, scrambling, and replacing eggs without the faff. Now, they’re taking it across the pond, with plans to launch in US shops by […]
Vegan NIBs: Oscars Win – Mikey Madison, Jewish and Vegan Best Actress
Mikey Madison just bagged an Oscar, and we’re here for it! The 25-year-old Jewish, vegan queen took home Best Actress for Anora, proving she’s one of Hollywood’s brightest rising stars. If you don’t know her, she’s been in Better Things, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and Scream V. In Anora, she plays Ani. The […]
Vegan NIBs: Why Eating More Plants is Almost Like a Climate Superpower
Alright, let’s talk about something huge that’s hiding in plain sight—what we eat. We all know about electric cars and reusable coffee cups, but swapping out meat and dairy for plant-based options is one of the biggest things we can do for the planet. Vegan Society is shouting this from the rooftops, and honestly, they’ve […]
Vegan NIBs: 19 February 2025
💚 Royal Mail Implements Digital Tags to Enhance Sustainability Royal Mail has partnered with Wiliot to introduce digital tags for real-time tracking across the UK. This initiative aims to optimize logistics, reduce emissions, and support Royal Mail’s goal of achieving net-zero by 2040. Source 💚 Holistic Sustainability Metrics in Lighting Industry The lighting industry is […]
Vegan NIBs: London Vegan Michelin
London’s plant-based dining scene has just reached an exciting new milestone! In addition to Plates making history as the UK’s first fully vegan Michelin-starred restaurant, several other London hotspots—Oma, AngloThai, and Lita—have also been awarded Michelin stars in 2025. This is a huge win for the city’s ever-growing vegan and plant-based dining movement and a […]
A Fresh Face for Celebrity MasterChef – and a Dash of Plant-Based Sass
Hello foodies—Grace Dent is stepping in as a judge on Celebrity MasterChef, taking over from the ever-enthusiastic Gregg Wallace. If you’re into food writing, you’ll know Dent is sharp, witty, and definitely not one to sugarcoat her opinions (which is exactly what makes her brilliant). While she’s not strictly vegan, she’s got a serious soft […]
A Game-Changing Ad: The UK’s First Anti-Dairy Cinema Campaign
Here’s something pretty cool—an anti-dairy ad is about to hit UK cinemas. Yep, you read that right! For the first time ever, a campaign encouraging people to rethink their dairy consumption is making its way to the big screen. Bold move. The ad doesn’t hold back. It shines a light on the environmental and ethical […]