Addressing Effects of Climate change Using Biotechnology
Cool it, earth!
GMOs
DuPont is an American biotechnology company focusing on researching and developing agricultural, medical, and industrial biotechnology products. Their mission is to find products to address issues like malnutrition, sustainability, and climate change. For example, they use GMO seeds that produce a greater yield using less resources. Additionally, they are developing more sustainable energy alternatives, as well as more efficient modes of transportation. All of these innovations lead to reduced carbon emissions. I.15
UC Davis and UC Riverside bred traditional Buffalograss to become more drought tolerant, have a wide temperature and pH tolerance, and thrive in the unique California climate. This grass uses 75% less water, is resistant to most insects and weeds, and requires less mowing, reducing pollution. I.16
Monsanto Company is an American biotech agricultural company, focusing on making agriculture more efficient, sustainable, and to decrease farmer's carbon footprint. Since its founding 1901, its mission has been to create a better planet, better lives, and better partners through various biotech methods.
Recently, they have been working towards reducing their carbon footprint by developing new technologies and genetically modifying their plants to use less natural resources. I.19