We are fortunate to engage with alternative protein innovators across Israel and are constantly looking for new ways to provide assistance. If there are new climate-related resources you would like us to develop, or if you have specific needs regarding climate engagement, please feel free to make a recommendation.
Please note that GFI Israel is technology and company-agnostic within the alternative proteins sector. We are committed to advancing the entire field through climate action and food security initiatives.

Fundraising resources

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• Climate Bonds Alternative Protein Criteria: intended for food industry stakeholders looking to issue green bonds. The criteria also includes a concise set of standards, guidance docs, and an Excel assessment tool that let producers, retailers, investors, and policymakers verify whether alternative-protein operations align with a 1.5 °C climate pathway. Producers and retailers can certify products and identify hotspots; investors can verify projects for green‑finance eligibility; and policymakers or procurement teams can embed the criteria in tenders and incentive schemes to accelerate low‑carbon protein adoption.

Thought leadership

• Roadmap and Key Steps for Non־Animal Protein (Plant and Alternative) Towards Israel’s Food Security 2050: The report recommends that Israel replace up to 60% of its animal-based protein consumption with alternative proteins by 2050 to ensure food security. Green Queen article about the report

• Plant-Based LCA analysis: To evaluate the potential of plant-based meat to reduce the environmental impacts of the food system, GFI commissioned EarthShift Global to complete a comprehensive, ISO-certified life cycle assessment (LCA). This LCA is the most comprehensive, open-access LCA conducted to date (2024)

• Coming soon, Alternative Proteins as a Scope 3 Emissions Reduction Strategy: Our forthcoming report examines how alternative proteins can serve as an effective tool for companies looking to reduce their scope 3 emissions across food supply chains. This analysis provides quantitative insights into emissions reduction potential and offers strategic and policy frameworks for corporations.

Tools and Technical knowledge

• Plant-Based LCA software: includes data on 4,000 ingredients. Its free tier lets users compare and calculate the footprint of different ingredient combinations, streamlining sustainable product design. It also allows companies to perform preliminary environmental impact assessments in early development stages. The paid subscription enables users to conduct a full, certified Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) study.

• Life Cycle Assessment Guide for Alternative Protein Manufacturers: A comprehensive best-practices handbook for alternative protein companies interested in conducting LCAs.

• Alternative Proteins ESG Reporting Frameworks:  For companies to assess and report ESG impacts of their business practices and products.

Save the date: 2025 leading climate conferences

For further exploration of global events:
Explore the Global Climate Conference database by Net Zero – an open-source list of international climate conferences.

Leading Global Climate Organizations – Key Reports

• Recipe for a Livable Planet: Achieving Net Zero Emissions in the Agrifood System – The World Bank (May 2024) – Alternative proteins rank #2 in climate impact potential among 26 land-use solutions
• A new land dividend – The opportunity of alternative proteins in Europe – Green Alliance (May 2024)
• What’s cooking? An assessment of the potential impacts of selected novel alternatives to conventional animal products – United Nations Environment Programme (Dec. 2023)
• Global Innovation Needs Assessment: Food System Methane – Innovation Commission: Climate Change, Food Security, Agriculture (Dec. 2023)
• Mitigating Risk and Capturing Opportunity: The Future of Alternative Proteins – The Center for Strategic & International Studies (May 2023) 
• Reducing Methane Emissions in the Global Food System –  Global Methane Hub & ClimateWorks Foundation (Apr. 2023)