In addition to the information leaflets listed below, we also offer a range of video formats (explanatory videos, talks and events). You can find these on our video page or on our YouTube channel.
Information leaflets & flyers:
A crack in creation? Release of NGT organisms may disrupt the ecosystems
This report provides a brief outline of some impacts that deregulation
of NGT organisms could have on plants, animals and micro-
organisms, particularly on the environment and ecosystems.
Why plants obtained from new genetic engineering should not be deregulated
The EU Commission is currently planning extensive deregulation of plants obtained
from new genetic engineering (or new genomic techniques, NGTs). This briefing
explains why the proposal should be rejected.
What is a mammoth doing on mars?
Largely unnoticed by the general public, a new turning point is currently looming: With new genetic engineering, mankind for the first time in history has the power to genetically engineer every gene in every form of life. Our new report provides an overview of current developments and is intended to contribute to a well-founded debate.
What is (not) genetic engineering?
In 2012, the discovery of CRISPR/Cas technology led to a new boom in the biotechnology sector. Interested parties saw a new chance of making genetic engineering in agriculture socially acceptable in Europe. With this in mind, it is often clai-med that new methods of genetic engineering, such as CRISPR/Cas, only do what continuously happens in nature anyway. Is this really true? This booklet explains the differences between conventional breeding, “old” genetic engineering and new genetic engineering. In addition, the risks are explained and a conclusion is drawn on how to handle new genetic engineering.