Alternattiva Demokratika – The Green Party
www.alternattiva.org.mt
P.O. Box 38, Marsa, MTP1001
PR 8-1-2013
AD’s initial comments on Labour’s energy plans
Michael Briguglio, AD Chairperson, said: "At first glance, various
aspects of Labour's energy plans are welcome, whilst others can be
problematic. The proposed shift from Heavy Fuel Oil to gas is welcome,
meaning that there is a cross-party consensus on a shift to cleaner
energy after years of neglect in Malta's energy sector. The importance
given to renewable energy is also welcome, especially since Malta is
at the bottom of the list in the EU on usage of such energy, but
Labour must be clearer in its proposals. What seems to be a
progressive tariff structure is also welcome, as this can discourage
waste, though this structure has to be studied in more detail".
"On the other hand, Labour is being too optimistic on the price of
gas. Like other fossil fuels, including heavy fuel oil, its price is
likely to increase in the years to come, due to increase in global
demand and limited supply. As regards water tariffs, what is needed is
to ensure that theft from boreholes is stopped, as this is creating
problems of unsustainability which will result in price increases".
"Alternattiva Demokratika – The Green Party's energy policy insists on
a leading role of the state in energy sector, in massive investment in
renewables; and in penalizing waste whilst subsidizing basic use of
energy. AD will be elaborating its position during a press conference
this Thursday".
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