Global Climate Coalition
1275 K Street, NW
Suite 890
Washington, lx 20005
P: 202-682-9161
F: 202-638-1043
htm://www.globalclimate.org
gcc@igc.org

For Immediate Release
Contact: Frank Maisano (202) 628-3622

GLOBAL CLIMATE COALITION
STATEMENT REGARDING DAIMLERCHRYSLER
Washington, DC, January 6, 2000 — The Global Climate Coalition (GCC) executive director Glenn Kelly
released the following statement regarding DaimlerChrysler's participation with the coalition:

While disappointing, it was not unexpected that DaimlerChrysler decided not to renew
its membership in the Global Climate Coalition. The European business culture is
significantly different from the United States, with different political traditions and
different expectations. In fact, following the merger, we were pleasantly surprised that
they remained with the GCC for an additional year, given the circumstances of the
acquisition.
DaimlerChtysler and GCC positions of pursuing an aggressive policy of voluntary
actions, research and development remain identical. That is also true of both
organizations' continued opposition to the unworkable Kyoto Protocol.
The GCC is an ardent advocate for successful voluntary programs and initiatives that
address emissions and improve efficiency. Our members are also driving the changes
that are bringing the next generation of technological advances to the market today.
GCC remains the leading voice for U.S. businesses in the important debate surrounding
global climate issues and will continue to aggressively pursue positive, common sense
solutions to the challenge of potential climate change. We will urge sound scientific
answers to many uncertain questions. And, we will continue to promote policies that
are fair and in the best economic interest of American workers, families and
communities.
####