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Biotech Benefits Environment

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Biotech Benefits Environment; Mugnol Preserves Animal Habitats on Farm. Brazilian soybean farmer Armindo Mugnol describes how genetically modified organisms (GMOs) directly benefit the environment -- wildlife habitats are returning on farms and the elimination of plowing protects the soil.

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Farmers Speak Out Globally (9:46)

Farmers Speak Out Globally; Sharing Opinions and Experiences with GM. This in-depth video provides personal experiences from more than 20 farmers worldwide who, one-on-one, share their opinions and perspectives about growing genetically modified... More »

Our Wonderful Wetlands: The Importance of Wetlands (2:09)

Wetlands help to prevent flooding by absorbing excess rainwater. In addition, they provide a home for many unique animals and plants.

Water in Our Environment: Trash Disposal (1:47)

Trash thrown or washed into the oceans washes ashore. Aside from being an eyesore, trash can be dangerous for organisms living in the oceans.

Janine Benyus Talks at TED About Biomimicry (23:58)

Watch this video from TED featuring author Janine Benyus on HowStuffWorks. Janine Benyus provides fascinating examples of biomimicry -- humans mimicking nature in the products we build and the systems we implement. See how humans and evolution work... More »

Yellow River Pollution in China (2:02)

Watch this video about China's Yellow River pollution on HowStuffWorks. The Yellow River, cradle of China's thousands-year-old civilization, is shrinking and polluted so badly that nearly 70% of the river is not safe for drinking or swimming.... More »

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Energy Policy: Alternative Fuel Technology (1:28)

John Hofmeister, President of Shell Oil Corp., discusses the role of technology in alternative fuels. Learn more about alternative fuel technology in this video.

Energy Policy: Combating Global Warming (1:40)

John Hofmeister, President of Shell Oil Corp., addresses the issue of global warming. Learn more about global warming in this video.