Solutions
Looking for inspiration and solutions for living more sustainably? Check out these daily highlights of innovative brands and products in apparel, home, food, travel, beauty, spirits, mobility and more!
Califia Farms Aims to Replace Dairy the Delicious Way
Califia Farms is a plant-based beverage innovator creating delicious, versatile alternatives to dairy across milks, creamers, coffees and more. The brand pairs great taste with meaningful climate impact, making it easier for people to choose options that are better for their health and the planet.
Greener Bites: Veggie Quiche
Zero Egg’s veggie-packed quiche brings a rich, custardy texture and savory flavor without the eggs, offering a lighter-impact twist on a classic comfort dish. Check it out…
Greener Bites: Spicy Baby Ribs
Juicy Marbles’ Spicy Vegan Ribs deliver smoky heat, tender texture and a bold raspberry glaze for a plant-based dish that’s big on flavor and lighter on the planet. Check it out…
MorningStar Farms Makes Plant-Based Eating Easier Than Ever
MorningStar Farms is a pioneer in plant-based eating that has helped make meatless meals mainstream by offering familiar, affordable foods found in everyday grocery stores and dining halls. By focusing on accessibility and convenience, they’ve empowered millions of people to reduce their environmental footprint simply by swapping in plant-based versions of foods they already love.
Greener Bites: Breakfast Burrito
Breakfast Burrito from Eat Just wraps fluffy, plant-based eggs with sautéed veggies, guacamole, and salsa in a warm tortilla for a hearty, satisfying start to the day that’s better for you and the planet. Check it out…
Prime Roots Reinvents Deli Classics with a Mushroom-Based Future
Prime Roots is a Berkeley-based food innovator reinventing deli meats with koji mycelium, offering classic favorites inspired by turkey, ham and salami. With a fraction of the water, land and emissions, they’re proving that what’s better for the planet can also be better for people.
Next Level Veggie Grill Brings Plant-Powered Dining Mainstream
Next Level Veggie Grill is the largest vegan and vegetarian fast-casual network in the United States — created in early 2024 when two pioneers, Next Level Burger and Veggie Grill, joined forces. Together, they’re reshaping what plant-based dining can look like: accessible, craveable, and big enough in scale to reach consumers across the country.
FireRoad Delivers Performance Nutrition With Purpose
FireRoad is a direct-to-consumer plant-based meal company that delivers chef-crafted, nutritionally balanced food straight to consumers' doors. FireRoad was launched both to help athletes and fitness enthusiasts thrive on a plant-based diet and to dispel myths that animal products are necessary for optimal performance.
Abbot’s Crafts Clean-Label Proteins for a Better Food System
Founded in 2017, Abbot’s emerged with a bold vision: create plant-based meat alternatives that deliver real flavor, texture and satisfying performance without artificial additives or synthetic ingredients. Today, their lineup includes items such as protein veggie burgers and plant-based ground beef, chorizo and chopped chick’n -- all crafted from simple, wholesome ingredients.
Greens & Grains Brings Plant-Based Dining to the Mainstream Table
Greens & Grains is a fast-casual, 100% plant-based restaurant chain bringing fresh, flavorful vegan fare to communities across New Jersey and the greater Philadelphia area. At the heart of Greens & Grains is a clear mission: to make fast, fresh, plant-based meals accessible to all. By centering their menu entirely around plants, they’re helping diners reduce their environmental footprint—no complicated swaps or fine print required.
Daiya Foods Leads the Plant-Based Revolution with Dairy-Free Innovation
Daiya Foods is a pioneering plant-based food company known for its wide range of dairy-free products that make it easier for consumers to enjoy familiar comfort foods without animal ingredients. Based in Canada, Daiya has been on a mission since 2007 to create "delicious moments that everyone can feel good about—plant-devotees, the plant-curious and cheese aficionados alike."
The Better Butchers Blends Tradition and Innovation in Plant-Based Meat
The Better Butchers is a Canadian plant-based meat company specializing in crafting high-quality meat alternatives using mushroom-based proteins, particularly oyster mushrooms, combined with ingredients like pea protein. Their product lineup includes offerings such as Natural, Italian and Chorizo plant-based grounds, as well as the Better Beast—a chickpea seitan-based stuffed roast designed for festive meals.
Eat Just Reimagines Eggs and Meat with Plant-Based and Cultivated Protein
Eat Just, Inc. is a pioneering food technology company on a mission to build a healthier, safer and more sustainable food system. The company is renowned for its flagship product, Just Egg—a plant-based egg alternative made from mung beans that mimics the taste and texture of traditional eggs.
Spotlight: Thistle
Thistle is a plant-forward meal delivery service on a mission to make it easy for everyone to get and stay healthy while improving the sustainability of our food system. With a focus on providing fresh, chef-crafted meals made from organic, seasonal ingredients, Thistle’s offerings range from breakfast and lunch to dinner and snacks, all designed to nourish the body and promote overall well-being.
Spotlight: Candy Kittens
Candy Kittens is a UK-based confectionery brand that has redefined the gummy candy market with its commitment to high-quality ingredients, bold flavors and stylish branding – and “no nasties.” Founded in 2012 by Jamie Laing and Ed Williams, the company set out to create a more premium and “better-for-you and the planet” alternative to traditional sweets.
Spotlight: LIVEKINDLY Collective
LIVEKINDLY Collective is a global plant-based food company dedicated to reshaping the future of food by making plant-based living the new norm. The company has built a portfolio of leading brands, including Fry’s Family Food Co., LikeMeat, Oumph!, No Meat, The Dutch Weed Burger and Alpha Foods, offering a diverse range of plant-based meat alternatives and convenience foods.
Spotlight: PLANTA Restaurants
Planta is a modern, plant-based restaurant concept that blends elevated dining with a commitment to sustainability. Founded by Steven Salm and Chef David Lee to expand the accessibility and acceptability of plant-based dining, Planta offers a diverse menu inspired by global flavors—all crafted without animal products and served in its beautifully designed spaces.
Spotlight: Compass Group
Compass Group is one of the world’s largest food service and support services companies, operating in over 40 countries. In addition to promoting regenerative agriculture and waste-reduction efforts, the company is driving change by actively promoting plant-forward dining initiatives across its global operations to enhance sustainability and encourage healthier eating habits.
Spotlight: Blackbird Foods
Blackbird Foods, founded by chefs in 2019, is a leading producer of plant-based comfort foods. The company began by crafting seitan, a natural plant-based meat made from wheat protein, for local restaurants and has since expanded its offerings to include a variety of vegan products, including restaurant-quality frozen pizzas and plant-based wings.
Spotlight: Odd Burger
Odd Burger is a Canadian fast-food chain that specializes in 100% plant-based, sustainable and ethically sourced meals. As Canada’s first vegan fast-food restaurant, Odd Burger focuses on creating classic fast-food favorites with an emphasis on affordability and accessibility to prove that plant-based options can be just as satisfying and convenient as their animal-based counterparts.