Business welcomes Russian vote on Kyoto

22 October 2004

David Green, Chief Executive of the Council stated:

"When President Putin signs the Protocol it will be a vital step in creating the new markets for the wider use of sustainable energy technologies.

"Tony Blair's key role in securing Russian engagement on climate change should be recognised. His forthcoming focus of climate change in the G8 will create a new dynamic for the long-term agenda for action on climate change. The Council looks forward to working with him on this.

"Practical action by the USA and Australia to achieve significant carbon savings are now needed along with a firm global commitment to take forward action beyond the Kyoto Protocol."

Notes to Editors

1. The UK Business Council for Sustainable Energy brings together the Chief Executives of Centrica, EDF Energy, E.ON UK, National Grid Transco, RWE Npower, Scottish and Southern Energy, Scottish Power and United Utilities, as well as senior executives from Shell, BP and CE Electric.

For further information contact:

David Green, Chief Executive, UKBCSE
Tel: 020 7976 4293
Mob: 07802 242487