Tuesday saw the Mayor of London’s launch of the ‘Green Theatre: Taking Action on Climate Change’ plan, a partnership between the government and various industry leaders. The launch took place at the annual conference of the Professional Lighting and Sound Association (PLASA).
The plan is just as one might guess, as it is an action plan geared toward the theatre industry. It outlines the best practices for theatres to reduce energy in their buildings while also saving funds. According to reports, London’s theatre sector generates 50,000 tonnes of carbon emissions each year - which is the approximate equivalent of the emissions produced from 9,000 residences. If the plan is successful, the industry would reduce emissions by almost 60% by 2025.
Mayor of London Boris Johnson said: “London’s theatres make a vital contribution to the capital’s economy and its productions and venues are renowned worldwide. The power of the theatre industry to set an example in the fight against climate change is immense. I have been impressed with the genuine leadership and commitment shown by the industry bodies we have worked with in developing this Plan. I am fully committed to reducing the capital’s emissions by 60 per cent by 2025 and forward-thinking contributions such as ‘Green Theatre’ will inspire many industries to help us meet this target together.”
Theatres Trust director Mhora Samuel said: “I’m delighted to be supporting the launch of the Mayor’s Green Theatre Programme at PLASA08. As the national advisory public body for theatres, The Theatres Trust is playing its part by helping to disseminate the report’s recommendations and raise awareness of the actions that theatres can take to reduce their carbon footprint.”
Source: London.gov.uk
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