ICE response to PM on green energy
Responding to David Cameron’s speech about renewable energy Director General of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Nick Baveystock said:
“The Prime Minister has heralded the UK as best placed in the world for green energy, however in reality we’re far from capitalising on this opportunity. To realise this ambition Government must urgently move out of the rhetoric and give industry and the public certainty through action not words. Tackling the remaining barriers to developing and upscaling renewable energy sources is crucial for our future energy security – the longer we delay, the fewer and less attractive the options.”
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For further information: Emily Beadon, ICE Media Manager, 0207 665 2104, emily.beadon@ice.org.uk
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The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) is a leading source of professional expertise in transport, water supply and treatment, flood management, waste and energy. Established in 1818, it has over 80,000 members throughout the world including over 60,000 in the UK. ICE’s vision is to place civil engineering the heart of society, delivering sustainable development through knowledge, skills and professional expertise. The ICE has long worked with the government of the day to help it to achieve its objectives, and has worked with industry to ensure that construction and civil engineering remain major contributors to the UK economy.