Greenpeace has blocked the planting of genetically modified 'Golden Rice,' which has been developed over 20 years to provide Vitamin A to consumers. This rice is seen as lifesaving, especially for children in regions where Vitamin A deficiency leads to severe health issues and deaths. Critics argue that Greenpeace's stance ignores the potential benefits of Golden Rice, which could save thousands of lives annually, with an estimated 100,000 children dying each year due to Vitamin A deficiency. The organization has faced criticism from 139 Nobel laureates and Filipino scientists for its opposition. The debate, described as a 'catastrophe' by some, highlights broader conflicts over genetically modified crops and their role in addressing global health challenges. The Observer has also criticized Greenpeace's position.
Greenpeace is also one of the last anti-nuclear holdouts. They would rather have coal plants, which, apart from global warming, kill hundreds of thousands every year. Between that and golden rice: I challenge you to name another nonprofit actively working to kill so many people. https://t.co/WU1j2GorAQ
The Observer view: When modified rice could save thousands of lives, it is wrong to oppose it https://t.co/HxQFja9ekx
Developed >20 years ago through genetic modification, "Golden Rice" provides consumers with ability to make Vitamin A missing from many diets globally. Without VitA, infections among the young soar & estimated 100,000 children die every year as a result. https://t.co/QyfPIerj5F
Having ignored 139 Nobel laureates and the voices of Filipino scientists, will @Greenpeace continue its colonial campaign against Golden Rice even when criticised by the Observer? https://t.co/Y4WTep7isX
When modified rice could save thousands of lives, it is wrong to oppose it | “Led by Greenpeace, campaigners have attempted to block the growing of any genetically modified crop, regardless of any potential benefit it might possess,” https://t.co/qobicDQjeQ
‘A catastrophe’: Greenpeace blocks planting of ‘lifesaving’ Golden Rice https://t.co/2eQoRvZkZ4
‘A catastrophe’: Greenpeace blocks planting of ‘lifesaving’ golden rice https://t.co/Azqy7nFt4m
‘A catastrophe’: Greenpeace blocks planting of lifesaving golden rice https://t.co/VtPtG6yEKY
💯% The "immediately decarbonize" crowd harms human life and well-being. Net-zero mandates ignore reality and look like they're driven by a green death cult mindset. | Green activists don't care how many people will die from zero fossil fuel use https://t.co/Yv8YrIDGWO