Commenting on President Obama's Clean Power Plan published today, which sets out tighter curbs on dirty coal and bigger investments in renewable energy, Greenpeace UK's Executive Director John Sauven said:
"President Obama's bold vision for a low-carbon future is leaving David Cameron's U-turn on clean energy looking even more parochial and small-minded. Whilst Obama is ready to defy internal opposition to push through a plan that's good for jobs, the economy, and the climate, Cameron is ready to sacrifice all these gains just to appease a few wind farm-hating backbenchers. Whilst Obama's energy plan will boost his moral authority ahead of the Paris climate summit, Cameron's disastrous energy policy will only weaken Britain's clout in the most important climate negotiations for a decade."
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