<human>:  What are the environmental impacts of eating a plant-based diet?
<bot>: The environmental impacts of eating a plant-based diet can include reduced carbon dioxide emissions, lower water usage, reduced deforestation, and decreased energy consumption. Plant-based diets also often result in fewer pollutants released into the environment, as well as reduced factory farm pollution. Additionally, this type of diet reduces the risk of soil erosion, which can have a significant impact on the environment.