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In reply to the discussion: 109 Nobel Laureates sign a letter slamming Greenpeace. [View all]kristopher
(29,798 posts)5. Greenpeace Response to GMO Scientists' Statement
It isn't science that is the problem, it's corporate abuse and misuse of the potential of science and their exploitation-for-profit of the public's trust in science. - k
Nobel laureates sign letter on Greenpeace Golden rice position - statement
Press release - 30 June, 2016
Manila, 30 June 2016 - A number of Nobel laureates have recently signed a letter calling on Greenpeace to review its position on genetically engineered Golden rice. In response, Wilhelmina Pelegrina, Campaigner at Greenpeace Southeast Asia, said:
On alternative solutions:
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Notes to editors:
1) From Washington University of St Louis, The Source:
As Stone and Glover point out, it is still unknown if the beta carotene in Golden Rice can even be converted to Vitamin A in the bodies of badly undernourished children. There also has been little research on how well the beta carotene in Golden Rice will hold up when stored for long periods between harvest seasons, or when cooked using traditional methods common in remote rural locations, they argue.
https://source.wustl.edu/2016/06/genetically-modified-golden-rice-falls-short-lifesaving-promises
2. Statements on the status of GE 'Golden' rice from the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) responsible for the development:
'Golden' rice is not available:
http://irri.org/golden-rice/faqs/how-much-golden-rice-would-you-need-to-eat-to-prevent-vitamin-a-deficiency
Initial testing results need more research:
http://irri.org/golden-rice/faqs/what-is-the-status-of-the-golden-rice-project-coordinated-by-irri
It still needs to be proven whether GE 'Golden' rice can improve the nutritional status of Vitamin A deficient people:
http://irri.org/golden-rice/faqs/golden-rice-proven-to-reduce-vitamin-a-deficiency-and-its-health-consequences-like-blindness
3. Greenpeace International report, Twenty Years of Failure: http://grnpc.org/20yearsFailure
4. Eco-agriculture solutions: Smart Breeding and Building Climate Resiliency: http://grnpc.org/EcoFarming
Press release - 30 June, 2016
Manila, 30 June 2016 - A number of Nobel laureates have recently signed a letter calling on Greenpeace to review its position on genetically engineered Golden rice. In response, Wilhelmina Pelegrina, Campaigner at Greenpeace Southeast Asia, said:
Accusations that anyone is blocking genetically engineered Golden rice are false. Golden rice has failed as a solution and isnt currently available for sale, even after more than 20 years of research. As admitted by the International Rice Research Institute, it has not been proven to actually address Vitamin A Deficiency. So to be clear, we are talking about something that doesnt even exist.
Corporations are overhyping Golden rice to pave the way for global approval of other more profitable genetically engineered crops. This costly experiment has failed to produce results for the last 20 years and diverted attention from methods that already work. Rather than invest in this overpriced public relations exercise, we need to address malnutrition through a more diverse diet, equitable access to food and eco-agriculture.
On alternative solutions:
The only guaranteed solution to fix malnutrition is a diverse healthy diet. Providing people with real food based on ecological agriculture not only addresses malnutrition, but is also a scaleable solution to adapt to climate change.
"Weve documented communities across the Philippines that continue to express concerns about using GE 'Golden' rice as a solution. It is irresponsible to impose GE Golden rice as a quick remedy to people on the frontlines and who do not welcome it, particularly when there are safe and effective options already available.
Greenpeace Philippines is already working with NGO partners and farmers in the Philippines to boost climate resiliency. Theres a real chance here for governments and the philanthropic community to support these endeavours by investing in climate-resilient ecological agriculture and empowering farmers to access a balanced and nutritious diet, rather than pouring money down the drain for Golden rice.
END
Notes to editors:
1) From Washington University of St Louis, The Source:
As Stone and Glover point out, it is still unknown if the beta carotene in Golden Rice can even be converted to Vitamin A in the bodies of badly undernourished children. There also has been little research on how well the beta carotene in Golden Rice will hold up when stored for long periods between harvest seasons, or when cooked using traditional methods common in remote rural locations, they argue.
https://source.wustl.edu/2016/06/genetically-modified-golden-rice-falls-short-lifesaving-promises
2. Statements on the status of GE 'Golden' rice from the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) responsible for the development:
'Golden' rice is not available:
http://irri.org/golden-rice/faqs/how-much-golden-rice-would-you-need-to-eat-to-prevent-vitamin-a-deficiency
Initial testing results need more research:
http://irri.org/golden-rice/faqs/what-is-the-status-of-the-golden-rice-project-coordinated-by-irri
It still needs to be proven whether GE 'Golden' rice can improve the nutritional status of Vitamin A deficient people:
http://irri.org/golden-rice/faqs/golden-rice-proven-to-reduce-vitamin-a-deficiency-and-its-health-consequences-like-blindness
3. Greenpeace International report, Twenty Years of Failure: http://grnpc.org/20yearsFailure
4. Eco-agriculture solutions: Smart Breeding and Building Climate Resiliency: http://grnpc.org/EcoFarming
http://www.greenpeace.org/international/en/press/releases/2016/Nobel-laureates-sign-letter-on-Greenpeace-Golden-rice-position---reactive-statement/
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Believe me, I know. The entire organization consists of people who couldn't pass high school...
NNadir
Jun 2016
#2
No, it doesn't. It has lost all credibility with anyone who cares about ethics and science.
HuckleB
Jul 2016
#8
That's certainly the right wing meme that corporate bad actors love to spread.
kristopher
Jul 2016
#9
FFS, the problems with Greenpeace's history of BS aimed at GMOs is spelled out in the OP.
HuckleB
Jul 2016
#28
You claim Greenpeace is motivated to lies and distortion due to the fact they are a nonprofit.
kristopher
Jul 2016
#59
Climate change and the sixth global mass-extinction event is happening now
SoLeftIAmRight
Jul 2016
#62
Of course the articles you source from note that Greenpeace does do good work
Scootaloo
Jul 2016
#84
The harm Greenpeace has done is immense and it does not give a rip about repair.
HuckleB
Jul 2016
#91
Thanks. It think this was the original report. The number of Laureate signatories is now 110...
NNadir
Jul 2016
#10
The nuclear industry loves to try blaming Greenpeace for their failures also.
kristopher
Jul 2016
#11
Got it. You believe corporations are motivated by profit and power seeking to act ethically...
kristopher
Jul 2016
#37
So you don't believe that the legal structures corps work to have implemented are meaningful?
kristopher
Jul 2016
#33
But it's the one manifestation that everyone (including GP) freaks out about.
progressoid
Jul 2016
#49
I, and 110 Nobel Prize winners, agree. Greenpeace is ignorant, and in my opinion, evil.
NNadir
Jul 2016
#25
LOL? I'm sure you're giggling. I'm not. Seven million people die from air pollution each...
NNadir
Jul 2016
#52
I can't say I'm worried. Actually, I can't see much of the goofiness, as I use the "ignore"...
NNadir
Jul 2016
#94
I went with ignore, for a while, but realized it tends to let the fictions off the hook.
HuckleB
Jul 2016
#97
I used to feel the same way. I changed my mind though. If one goes in deep enough with these...
NNadir
Jul 2016
#101
Considering that every organism on the planet are genetically modified organisms,
Agnosticsherbet
Jul 2016
#54
Every organism has evolved, there fore every organism is genetically modified
Agnosticsherbet
Jul 2016
#107
There is no evolutionary case in which DNA from unrelated species are mutually inserted, period.
eridani
Jul 2016
#108
There is noting special about a gene whether it comes from a Shark, human, banana, or a blowfly.
Agnosticsherbet
Jul 2016
#110
I have personally met Monsanto scientists, and toured their mass spec labs in Saint Louis.
NNadir
Jul 2016
#86
I am aware of the FAO, it's potato diversity and banana diversity programs and a whole host...
NNadir
Jul 2016
#100
This post is entirely filled with specious associations that I will address at some other time.
NNadir
Jul 2016
#116
Ha Ha. Evil joke. The OP is about a freaking GMO public relations shit fling.
Scientific
Jul 2016
#78
Um...um...um...so your theory is that evil Nobel Laureates are in an occult conspiracy?
NNadir
Jul 2016
#87
Wonder if they will sign a letter attacking me for refusing to buy State Farm insurance--
eridani
Jul 2016
#105