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What is the definition of environmental biotechnology according to the International Society for Environmental Biotechnology?
What is the definition of environmental biotechnology according to the International Society for Environmental Biotechnology?
- The use of biological systems for remediation of contaminated environments and environment-friendly processes (correct)
- The development and regulation of renewable energy and sustainable development
- The study of natural environments
- The exploitation of biological processes for commercial uses
How is environmental biotechnology described in terms of the optimal use of nature?
How is environmental biotechnology described in terms of the optimal use of nature?
- Harnessing bacteria and fungi to produce renewable energy and nutrients
- Utilizing a synergistic integrated cycle of profit-making processes with no waste (correct)
- Applying algae to achieve sustainable development goals
- Using only plants and animals for renewable energy production
What role has environmental biotechnology been shown to play in agroecology?
What role has environmental biotechnology been shown to play in agroecology?
- Implementing intensive chemical pesticide applications
- Zero waste agriculture and operation of biogas digesters (correct)
- Eliminating the need for farming systems and technology
- Promoting large-scale industrial farming techniques
What has the IAASTD called for in relation to achieving food security, climate change mitigation, and the Millennium Development Goals?
What has the IAASTD called for in relation to achieving food security, climate change mitigation, and the Millennium Development Goals?
In what areas does environmental biotechnology aim to remediate contaminated environments according to the International Society for Environmental Biotechnology?
In what areas does environmental biotechnology aim to remediate contaminated environments according to the International Society for Environmental Biotechnology?
What is the primary focus of environmental biotechnology?
What is the primary focus of environmental biotechnology?
How is environmental biotechnology defined by the International Society for Environmental Biotechnology?
How is environmental biotechnology defined by the International Society for Environmental Biotechnology?
In what way does environmental biotechnology contribute to agroecology?
In what way does environmental biotechnology contribute to agroecology?
What does the IAASTD advocate for in relation to farming systems and technology?
What does the IAASTD advocate for in relation to farming systems and technology?
How does environmental biotechnology contribute to achieving food security and climate change mitigation?
How does environmental biotechnology contribute to achieving food security and climate change mitigation?
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