European Union

Energy UK, We Mean Business Coalition, and IIGCC pen joint letter to EU Council in response to proposed shake-up of the bloc's flagship Emissions Trading Scheme

New data from SolarPower Europe shows surge in solar generation has slashed gas import costs, but industry warns more action is needed to cut Europe's fossil fuel bill for good

European Commission reportedly agrees deal with China aimed at limiting imports of hybrid electric cars into the bloc

Move designed to protect domestic manufacturers, but new import tariffs could push up prices for electric vehicles

The EU Commission President set out a clear vision for cleaner power, stronger grids, computing capacity, protection from climate shocks, and partnerships with likeminded nations in her address this week, writes We Mean Business Coalition CEO Maria Mendiluce...

Plus, steep decline in rainforest burning in Brazil's Amazon, the EV charging rollout is going steady in Europe, and bio-based chemicals plant plans are unveiled in Portugal

Are EU plans to reform its Emissions Trading System a lifeline for struggling industry and a much-needed boost for carbon removals, or a giant subsidy that gives firms more freedom to pollute?

New ACEA data shows the European car market has seen growing consumer interest in electric vehicles, as motorists respond to spike in oil prices

ResponsibleSteel calls for greater global policy alignment, common emission rules, and stronger traceability to support the steel industry’s low carbon transition

European Commission sets out plan to ease carbon costs for industry and unveils Electrification Action Plan - but campaigners fear reforms could slow pace of decarbonisation