Because we aren't certain about the effects of GMOs, we must consider one of the guiding principles in science, the precautionary principle. Under this principle, if a policy or action could harm human health or the environment, we must not proceed until we know for sure what the impact will be. And it is up to those proposing the action or policy to prove that it is not harmful.
David SuzukiI can't imagine anything more important than air, water, soil, energy and biodiversity. These are the things that keep us alive.
David SuzukiWhat permaculturists are doing is the most important activity that any group is doing on the planet.
David SuzukiMost North Americans know that human-caused global warming is real, even if political leaders don't always reflect or act on that knowledge.
David SuzukiWe must pay greater attention to keeping our bodies and minds healthy and able to heal. Yet we are making it difficult for our defences to work. We allow things to be sold that should not be called food. Many have no nutritive value and lead to obesity, salt imbalance, and allergies.
David Suzuki