The Renewable Energy Association reacted negatively to today's budget. Commenting, Executive Director Philip Wolfe said; "We can only envy the Chancellor who must be living on a planet not threatened by climate change. Here on Planet Earth time is running out, as the Prime Minister acknowledged clearly last year. That means a technological revolution including massive expansion of renewable energy is essential. Yet the UK is almost the worst performer in Europe." Wolfe further warned, "Headline grabbing targets and consultations have become a dangerous cover for inaction."