Policy

Mayors across England to be given authority to 'call in' local council planning decisions, in latest move designed to green light more housing and infrastructure projects

Weaker electric vehicle targets could mean up to 12GW less flexible charging capacity being available by 2034, trade body warns

Platform unveiled at UN talks in Mongolia aims to connect local rangeland restoration initiatives with urgently needed investors

Canada hails deal to channel $70bn into renewables projects, China's new Ecological and Environment Code, and Kenya's clean power drive all feature in our weekly round-up of the top green business news from around the world

Exchange for Change now confirmed as operator of new recycling scheme across the whole of the UK

Mayors' Forum adopts Ulaanbaatar Declaration on sustainable land management and drought resilience

More than 124.3 million hectares of land - an area roughly twice the size of France - is currently under restoration, rehabilitation or improved management worldwide, IUCN analysis finds

Experts argue that regardless of decision on controversial North Sea drilling projects, the government should develop a clearer roadmap for the UK's transition away from fossil fuels

Prime Minister announces increase in fines for a range of waste offences, as clear up of illegal dumps expands

British-owned solar firm secures compliant listings for four products, as plans to allow sale of plug-in solar panels this month advance