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Al Gore has launched a scathing attack on David Cameron for ditching a series of environmental measures since winning reelection in May.
In a highly unusual intervention in British domestic politics, the former US vice president accused the prime minister of u-turning on a series of personal promises he had made five years ago and came close to accusing Cameron of betrayal.
Speaking in London on Tuesday morning, the Democrat said he had heard "whispers" from No.10 Downing Street that Cameron is being blocked from pursuing green policies by others inside the government.
"I have been partisan in my country. I have never dared to express a partisan view in this country, I have refrained, as I should, I am not a citizen of your country. But too much is at stake," he said.
"Since the election was held, this country’s commitment to zero carbon homes has been cancelled. This country’s commitment to carbon build has been cancelled, the green deal has bee cancelled. The climate change levy exemption for zero carbon energy has been cancelled. Solar support via the renewables obligation has been cancelled. Onshore wind support via the renewable obligation has been cancelled," he said.
Gore, who became a vocal advocate in favour of tackling climate change since leaving the White House in 2000, also attacked Cameron's government for expanding fracking and its plans to privatise the Green Investment Bank.
Article originally published on The Huffington Post
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