Climate change 'could be beneficial to businesses' - 03/02/2011
Business energy clients may find there are some benefits to climate change because of the market opportunities it will bring, the UK Climate Impacts Programme has stated.
Kay Johnstone, project officer at the organisation, pointed out: "Obviously the main impact of climate change overall is negative, but for individual sectors or organisations there will be some benefits, and there's nothing wrong with trying to exploit those benefits."
These may include new processes and activities that will become "more economically viable", such as growing agricultural crops, she said.
"I don't think it's any longer taboo to talk about the opportunities of climate change while still saying that reducing our emissions is the most important thing," Ms Johnstone added.
Her comments come after the Guardian highlighted research from Natural England and Network Rail discussing the potential of climate change boosting domestic tourism in the UK.
Longer, warmer summers could convince more holidaymakers to stay at home in the future, the reports concluded.
Over the last few years, our customers have saved an average of £2,300 a year. Contact us today on 0800 970 26 26 to find how much you can save.
Save up to £300 on your gas & electricity bills at energyhelpline.com
Compare prices from all energy suppliers to find your best deal