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Gene Editing for the Climate: Biological Solutions for Curbing Greenhouse Emissions

Val Giddings, Robert Rozansky, David M. Hart

2020

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Summary

This policy report, authored by researchers affiliated with the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, examines the potential of gene-editing technologies to address climate change through agricultural applications. The authors as suggested by the title explore biological solutions to curbing greenhouse gas emissions, likely surveying existing and prospective gene-edited traits in crops and livestock. Without access to the full text, the specific technical findings and recommendations cannot be detailed; however, the framing suggests a review of how genetic innovation could contribute to climate mitigation in food systems.

UK applicability

UK agricultural policy and research funders have adopted cautious stances on gene editing; this US-authored policy perspective may inform ongoing UK regulatory and research debates, though direct applicability depends on alignment with UK retained EU law and emerging domestic frameworks post-2020.

Key measures

Greenhouse gas emission reductions achievable through gene-edited crops or livestock; potential mitigation pathways (as suggested by title)

Outcomes reported

The paper examines how gene-editing approaches (as suggested by the title) could contribute to reducing agricultural greenhouse gas emissions. Specific quantitative outcomes cannot be confirmed without access to the full document.

Theme
Climate & resilience
Subject
Climate & greenhouse gas mitigation
Study type
Policy
Study design
Policy report
Source type
Policy report
Status
Published
Geography
United States
System type
Other
Catalogue ID
BFmommpbgs-ihxzl7

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