Consider how the notion of benefits could be included in the risk assessment of GMOs. Currently, the OGTR is required to assess the risks to human health and safety and the environment. A risk assessment process that included a reflection of the likely 'benefits' of GMOs, would allow for the consideration of potential environmental benefits such as the potential for GM technologies to mitigate climate change. Any such consideration of benefits would need to ensure that no additional regulatory burden was placed on applicants.
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