Farmers Step on the Green Gas
Posted on: Monday, 14 November 2005, 06:00 CST
Farming will help the UK reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least a million tonnes of CO2 per year thanks to the introduction of a 5% Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation.
The Government has announced that by 2010 5% of all transport fuel will come from CO2 neutral sources like bioethanol and bio- diesel which is refined from crops.
The NFU has taken a lead role in lobbying for the adoption of this policy, drawing in new partners from environmental groups like Friends of the Earth and English Nature and scientific institutions to develop a biofuels alliance.
Plans are in place to continue to forge partnerships to promote the long-term viability of the UK biofuels industry ahead of the 2008 start date. This will ensure Britain has the capacity to meet domestic demand through local sources.
NFU deputy president Peter Kendall said: "This announcement demonstrates what farmers can do to help meet environmental challenges.
"The Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation is a huge step forward and gives British farmers the opportunity to make a significant positive contribution to combating climate change.
"British farmers have already demonstrated they have the capacity and the desire to produce more than enough raw materials to meet the 5% target.
"And this announcement gives the industry and investors the confidence to develop the infrastructure needed to extract renewable biofuels from the UK's expendable crop surpluses.
"The NFU applauds the Government's decision to adopt the ReTFO and looks forward to working to ensure the best outcomes for the environment, economy, fuel security and agriculture."
Source: The Journal - Newcastle-upon-Tyne
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