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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Cat Williams

How green is your milk? We compare the environmental cost of dairy and plant-based options

A barista heats milk
It’s estimated that 96% of Australians consume dairy milk while 42% of Australians buy plant-based milk Composite: Getty Images

Oat cap, skinny flat white, almond chai, soy matcha. Everyone has a different milk preference: cow, skim, lactose-free, oat, almond, soy, goat or camel.

Milk choices may be due to environmental reasons, dietary concerns or just taste preferences.

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