Welcome to the website of the Sustainability Council of New Zealand

Central to the Council’s notion of sustainability is protecting and enhancing New Zealand’s ecosystems, the health of New Zealanders, and our ability to derive income from established land uses.

The question of release of genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, bears on all of these.

Sustainability issues inevitably involve overlapping and complex economic, ecological, health and food safety questions.

These issues are informed by expert opinion, but at their core are questions that rightfully belong with all New Zealanders.

• What level of risk is society willing to take for what potential gains?
• How rapidly should change progress?
• What systems will the public trust to represent their interests?

Fundamental to meaningful public involvement is open and informed debate.

New Zealanders are clearly very interested in the GM issue and do not want to be left on the sidelines.

The Council will offer independent research and analysis on these issues. Your financial support will assist us to carry out this work.

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