Environment

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Genetically modified American chestnuts—the next Golden Rice?

Why push GMO American chestnut trees into the wild when much safer and proven alternatives exist?

Kenya’s challenge: How best to manage its new-found water wealth?

How Kenya manages its new-found water wealth will have major impacts on the region's food security, as well as potentially long-term environmental impacts.

Trade deal to undermine health, environmental standards

Closed-door trade negotiations on the Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) could significantly lower health and environmental protections.

Repealing the Monsanto Protection Act

The March Against Monsanto took place in 436 cities in 52 countries, with an estimated two million participants. Now, it's time to repeal the Monsanto Protection Act.

New report raises concerns about expansion of frac sand mines in Minnesota and Wisconsin

The true economic impact of frac sand mining may fall short of industry claims promising sustained prosperity and economic opportunity.




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