Flying in the face of climate change

Methodist Church House

25 Marylebone Road, London NW1 5JR

Thursday 28 September 2006, 4.30 p.m.

ALL WELCOME

The reality of climate change is no longer disputed in serious circles. Instead the debate now is how to reduce it. Initiatives abound - energy saving and efficiency, recycling, carbon trading, environmental design. Can we really make the changes needed?

Global travel has increased hugely, and growth looks set to continue as people travel for holidays, for business and to maintain family ties in a world of migration. Much of that travel is by air, stimulated by low cost airlines and favourable tax regimes. But what about the environmental cost and the impacts of CO2 emissions and vapour trails at altitude?

In the face of climate change, can we - should we - keep flying?

To discuss these issues, the Ecumenical Council for Corporate Responsibility will bring together speakers from the aviation, corporate and non-profit sectors and an audience of ethical investors, corporate responsibility practitioners, faith groups, NGOs, and other members of civil society.

Speakers:

Colin Beesley, Rolls-Royce Plc

The contribution of technical development to tackling climate change

Chris Goater, Airport Operators Association

An aviation industry perspective

Peter Lockley, Aviation Environment Federation

Achieving a sustainable future for aviation

Jason Torrance, Transport 2000

Aviation and climate destabilisation

Chair: Barbara Hayes, ECCR

This is an open event. All are welcome to attend. Please advertise the event
through your networks.

Methodist Church House has wheelchair access.

RSVP: miles.litvinoff@eccr.org.uk

Ecumenical Council for Corporate Responsibility

www.eccr.org.uk