AAA backs carbon trading

18 Dec, 2007 2 Comments

The AAA (Australian Automobile Association), which represents motoring bodies including the NRMA and RACQ, has today agreed to assist the motoring public by supporting a carbon trading scheme in a bid to reduce greenhouse gases.

Executive Director Mike Harris said the Association’s commitment to “assist and encourage motorists to reduce and offset their greenhouse gas emissions” was the first in a series of policies to be released next year.

Considering private vehicles account for 8 per cent of the dangerous gases emitted annually, the proposals flagged by Prime Minister Kevin Rudd now having motoring body support is seen as a big step forward. The proposals will utilise market based carbon trading schemes rather than a government imposed tax regime.

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2 Responses to “AAA backs carbon trading”

Lcat Says:
December 18th, 2007 at 9:31 am
Good.
There is huge potential with international carbon trading this really is big business and saves the planet – incredible, a win win for giant corporations & environmentalists.
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Matt Says:
December 18th, 2007 at 9:37 am
I agree Lcat. This is a positive, sensible and rational approach to this important issue. Great to see some steps finally being taken that won’t ruin individual interests.
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