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Time spent on his family farm left a lasting impression for Beyond Meat founder and CEO, Ethan Brown. After working for a fuel-cell company for several years, his interest in global warming issues came full circle as he turned his attention toward livestock and reducing its massive logistical footprint around the world. His solution: a plant-based protein mix that offers the look, feel and taste of meat. “Looking at the climate change implications, at the human health implications, at the natural resource-use implications and ultimately animal welfare, all of these things can be addressed by creating a plant-based meat,” Brown says. “Ultimately, I said, I’m going to try to find a technology that can take plant-based protein to mimic the fiber structure of animal protein.” Visit the Beyond Meat website. Ethan Brown originally appeared on Green is Good on March 24, 2014.Episodes
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June 3, 2021
Going Beyond Meat with Ethan Brown
Ethan Brown developed an early interest in animals and agriculture while tagging along with his dad, a professor, farmer and conservationist who infused his son with a deep appreciation for the natural world. As an adult, Ethan developed a promising career in the clean energy sector where he held positions of increasing leadership responsibility in […]
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April 22, 2015
The Power of Plant Protein with Beyond Meat’s Ethan Brown
Can you take the animal out of the protein production equation? Plant-based protein is providing the satisfying answer.
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March 28, 2014
Creating an Appetizing Meat Alternative with Beyond Meat’s Ethan Brown
Ethan Brown wanted to reduce livestock's massive logistical footprint. His solution: a plant-based protein mix that offers the look, feel and taste of meat.