Conservation
Nature unused is nature spared.
We live on a planet whose natural processes are now widely impacted by human activities. We must ask how a world population going on 10 billion people can lighten its footprint on the planet to leave room for vibrant, diverse natural landscapes. Embracing technology, urbanization, and human ingenuity is key to navigating this age of opportunities and hard choices.
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RELEASE: Breakthrough Institute Applauds USDA Approval of Genetically Engineered Disease-Resistant American Chestnut Tree
Berkeley, CA — August 28, 2026 — Today the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service…
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RELEASE: Breakthrough Applauds International Union for Conservation of Nature on Approval of Biotechnology for Conservation
Berkeley, CA — October 15, 2025 — The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the world's largest…
