Climate campaigners call for positive action

ClimAction media release
07.06.07

Climate campaigners call for positive action

Climate change campaign group ClimAction is calling on local and central
government to put their money where their mouths are and take practical
action to stop climate change.

Transport contributes 40 percent of New Zealand’s carbon dioxide pollution.

So ClimAction argues that millions of dollars ear-marked for motorways
should be invested in a world-class public transport system.

“More motorways means more cars, more congestion and more pollution.
Investing in a free and frequent public transport system across Auckland
would not only cut pollution, it would save us all time and money,” says
spokesperson David Colyer.

To promote their call for positive action to cut pollution, ClimAction is
holding a demonstration on July 7.

July 7, is the day that Al Gore’s Live Earth concerts will raise awareness
about climate change around the world.

“Every day we hear more bad news about climate change. We all know there’s
a problem. It’s time for positive action.

“ClimAction invites all those concerned about climate change to join us on
Saturday July 7, 2pm in Aotea Square,” said Mr Colyer.

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