UK Greenhouse Gas Emissions Up in 2010

The Department of Energy and Climate change has today released statistical data that shows an increase in UK Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2010.

Commenting on an increase in emissions in 2010, Energy and Climate Change Secretary Edward Davey said:

"Emissions were up in 2010 because of the exceptionally cold weather and greater use of fossil fuels. One year won't knock the UK off meeting its long term emission reduction targets, but it serves to underline the importance of the Coalition's policies for insulating homes to cut bills and emissions and moving to greener alternative forms of energy." 

These results will serve to drive the government's Green Deal proposals.