European Union

In Brussels and Westminster environmental policies are being rolled back, loading yet more risks onto economies already under intense pressure from climate impacts and clean tech competitors

New study reveals over €82bn is being invested in Europe's new face of gigafactories, but developers could face lower than expected demand if Brussels slows the transition to electric vehicles

Negotiations to confirm a ban on plant-based brands using 29 meat-linked terms such as 'drumsticks', 'ribs', 'beef' and 'chicken' to resume next year

New National Low-Carbon Strategy features ambitious plans to end oil use between 2040 and 2045 and phase out fossil gas by 2050

The EU announces plans to accelerate grid development, China prepares its first SMR, and a new study highlights Saudi solar potential

Reports suggest Brussels is planning to weaken auto emissions standards to allow for sale of some petrol and diesel models beyond 2035

New report shows Germany has committed the highest level of state aid to support low carbon steel development, as 'the rest of the world lags' behind

Lawmakers insist core of deforestation rules 'remains intact', despite move to delay key legislation

Reports claim Ukraine war has generated 237 million tons of additional CO2 emissions, Jamaica raises alarm over climate-disaster funding shortfall, and EU and South Africa ink critical minerals deal

Climate ministers agree compromise climate deal, featuring review clause and potential for a larger contribution from carbon credits