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Dateline: 11th September, 2008
London Theatre Must Go Green London theatre must reduce its carbon emissions, says a report - Green Theatre: Taking Action On Climate Change - produced by the Mayor of London and leading groups and organisations in the theatre world, including SOLT. London's theatres produce 50,000 tonnes of carbon a year, the equivalent of 9,000 homes or 830 buses. 35% of the emissions come from heating and air conditioning of the theatres, followed by 29% for rehearsal spaces, whilst stage electrics account for 9%. The Mayor of London is committed to reducing the capital's carbon emissions by 60% by 2025 and the report suggests how theatres can contribute to this. Among the suggestions are installing low energy bulbs front of house and backstage and not using stage lighting until 30 minutes before a performance starts. It also suggests that audience members should travel to theatres by bus or tube as, currently, one in three use taxis or cars and the total emissions produced by travel to and from theatres are around 35,000 tonnes. "The power of the theatre industry to set an example in the fight against climate change is immense," said Mayor Boris Johnson. "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." Nica Burns, president of SOLT, added, "As a high-profile and economically important British industry, London theatre is determined to lead from the front in minimising our environmental impact."
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