Fast and furious: the rise of environmental impact reporting in food systems
讨论了食品系统中量化环境影响信息供需快速增长的驱动因素、趋势、影响和潜在陷阱,并指出这一现象对生产者和政策制定者带来的挑战与机遇。
Abstract Powerful long-term drivers are increasing both the demand and supply of quantified environmental impact information in food systems. The trend is fast (with many initiatives underway) and furious (presenting a confusing landscape) but has so far received little attention from economists. Better information can inform public and private efforts to reduce environmental pressures. However, the use of different methodologies and reporting requirements could lead to a fragmented landscape. Moreover, there is a risk that poor producers will be disproportionately affected. We discuss the trend, its drivers, impacts and potential pitfalls, as well as the many open research and policy questions.