The Need for Bioeconomy

This week we take a look at a global call for bioeconomy for all. In an article from the Food and Agriculture Organization out of Rome we take a look at the roles bioeconomy can have in improving access to food and addressing climate change. Utilize the discussion points provided below to guide your conversations in your classrooms and communities around the world.

FAO Calls for Global Coordination for a Bioeconomy that Leaves No One Behind

Discussion Points

• Explain bioeconomy. Imagine you meet someone on the street and you must explain to them in a couple sentences what bioeconomy is. Use the article to help you with this, but feel free to do additional research if needed.
• Give examples of bioeconomy that you see in your community and/or around the world?
• How can bioeconomy improve access to food and help address climate change? 
• There is a piece in the article that states just because bioeconomy has "bio" in it, does not mean that it is good for climate change? Explain and give an example of why this is the case.