As we endure the relentless heat of August, the reality of our warming planet becomes more pressing. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) recently reported a high probability that 2024 will be another record-hot year, with a significant likelihood that the annual average global temperature will temporarily exceed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels between 2024 and 2028. This stark warning underscores the urgency for innovative solutions in our fight against climate change.

According to the Guardian, an unprecedented 15 national heat records have been broken since the start of this year. A further 130 national monthly temperature records have also been broken, along with tens of thousands of local highs at monitoring stations from the Arctic to the South Pacific.

Time to solve agriculture

Humanity faces a critical challenge: we must find sustainable ways to live on this planet. One significant area where change is essential is agriculture. Traditional farming practices are major contributors to climate change, causing deforestation, biodiversity loss, and significant greenhouse gas emissions. We need to rethink food production to mitigate these impacts. Agriculture consumes vast amounts of water, requires extensive arable land, and contributes to deforestation and biodiversity loss. Overfarming depletes soil quality and increases greenhouse gas emissions, exacerbating climate change. This model is untenable in the face of our current environmental challenges.

Solein turns food production on its head

Enter Solein, a microbial protein grown with air and electricity. Unlike traditional agricultural products, Solein requires minimal water and no arable land. Its production is continuous and unaffected by weather conditions, making it a resilient and reliable food source. Whether it's the sweltering heat of summer or the harsh conditions of winter, Solein can be produced 24/7, year-round, ensuring a stable supply of nutritious food.

Using products like Solein could transform our food systems and yield numerous benefits:

• Sustainability: Minimal water use and no need for arable land reduce environmental impact.

• Resilience: Continuous production irrespective of weather conditions ensures food security.

• Efficiency: High yield with a smaller environmental footprint compared to traditional agriculture.

• Versatility: Can be used to create a wide variety of foods, meeting diverse dietary needs and preferences.

But will people eat microbial food?

Despite these benefits, a significant question remains: will people embrace microbial food? Human beings are often resistant to change, particularly when it comes to what we are ready to eat. Solein’s versatility lies in its ability to be transformed into foods that are familiar and comforting. It can be made as creamy, smooth, fibrous, crunchy, crispy, and rich as the foods we eat now. This means Solein can seamlessly replace animal and plant-based proteins in a wide array of dishes without compromising on the tastes and textures that people expect from their meals.

Saving the planet can start from your shopping basket

To illustrate this, we have prepared some summer-ready examples in the Solein Kitchen.

Solein Spread: A rich and creamy spread, perfect for summer picnics. Imagine spreading it on freshly baked bread and enjoying its delightful texture and taste.

Solein Dressing: A versatile, protein-boosted dressing that can enhance any salad with its luscious flavour. It’s perfect for drizzling over fresh, crisp greens on a hot summer day.

Solein Macarons: Delicate, airy, and irresistibly tasty. These vegan macarons showcase Solein’s ability to replicate the textures and flavours of beloved treats.

We can have our cake and eat it too

The future of food lies in sustainable innovations that can withstand climate unpredictability. As we face the sweltering reality of climate change, it's clear that our current efforts are insufficient. By adopting food products like Solein, we can continue to enjoy the foods we love while mitigating environmental impacts and preserving biodiversity. 

See the impact Solein can create on our website.