§ Mr. BakerTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what is the Government's percentage target for the reduction in emissions of greenhouse gases; and over what timescale this target applies. [36884]
§ Angela EagleThe European Community agreed at Kyoto to a legally binding target of a 8% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions below 1990 levels over the 365W period 2008–12. Reaching a decision on how to share out that target between Member States is a priority for Environment Council in June. Domestically our aim is to reduce emissions of CO2 by 20% below 1990 levels by 2010, as set out in our Manifesto. We intend to issue a consultation paper in the summer, focusing largely on how we can ensure we meet our legally binding target, but also considering how we can move beyond that towards our 20% aim.