What are the major environmental controversies about biotechnology?
One concern is that a dangerous organism could be unleashed unintentionally in the environment. Another concern is that biotechnology, even in doing something good such as decreasing soil erosion and providing plants that repel insects, will upset the balance of nature. The first concern is being guarded against through rigorous testing, product stewardship, and government review. The second concern must take into account that there really is no set “balance of nature.” Everything that happens on the planet from volcanic action to population growth changes the balance – and has for eons.
