The objects for which the company is established are: a) To promote and carry out public education and research into: (i) the social, political, economic, ecological, environmental and health impacts of science and technology, especially new developments such as genetic engineering, synthetic biology, the new genetic engineering techniques including genome editing and gene drives, nanotechnology, bioenergy/biofuels/biomass and geo-engineering, with particular focus on the risks involved in such new techniques and technologies and the need for regulation (ii) the role of the for-profit corporation, especially in agribusiness and GE biotechnology (iii) the vital importance of conserving biodiversity and using it sustainably and equitably and (iv) the social, environmental, psychological and spiritual impacts of climate change, the destruction of biodiversity and loss of civil rights and liberties. b) To publish reports, conduct meetings and seminars and undertake education and p (...)