'Reckless Disregard' For Climate In UK Plans

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First published in Sanctuary Asia, Vol. 30 No. 11, November 2010

 

"The Coalition promised no public subsidy for nuclear power, but it appears to be going back on its word - not ruling out a cap on liability costs for nuclear operators in case of an accident is a subsidy by another name.

 

"The Government is also giving a green light to new gas power stations, locking us into a high-carbon economy.

 

"Today's new national policy statements are reckless in their disregard for tackling climate change - they seem to contain more guidance for energy developers on avoiding dust and insect infestation than on cutting carbon emissions. Read the full report here.

 

Source: Oneworld.net, UK.

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