Greens MLC Ian Cohen today called on the Iemma Government to fulfil its commitment to use biodiesel fuel on Sydney ferries.
“In 2004 Premier Carr promised that a trial of biodiesel would begin on Sydney ferries, but nothing has happened.
“With so much focus on higher fuel prices and the need for alternative fuels I can’t believe there has been no action from the state government on this,” Mr Cohen said.
“Biodiesel would also be great for Sydney Harbour. Leaks and spills of the biodegradable biodisel fuel would be so much less damaging than the currently used petrochemical product.
At the NSW Clean Air Summit in November 2004 Premier Carr said:
The use of diesel fuel is, of course, not restricted to our roads. I’m pleased to announce an initiative that would result in a cleaner public transport system—a trial of biodiesel fuel on Sydney Ferries.
Biodiesel is a renewable bio-based fuel that is biodegradable and non-toxic. Sydney Ferries Corporation is talking to the biodiesel industry to finalise details prior to commencing a trial on selected vessels.
“Almost a year on the Government has not moved. I urge Premier Iemma to keep his government’s promises and to start backing biodiesel,” Mr Cohen said.
Further Information: Ben Oquist 02 92303305 or 0419704095
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