Changes to the standard address conservation of biodiversity in North America

But "it could come later" says candidate for future EU climate commissioner role

Obama administration to work closely on formal details

Report warns that in order to cope with rising sea levels, the UK's coastal cities must invest in defending themselves – or else learn how to float

Domestic producers of corn-based ethanol warn new sustainability requirements will price them out of the market

Rival to International Energy Agency to welcome China and Saudi Arabia as observers at next meeting

Strengthening Italian market points to brightening outlook for solar firms

Nviro Cleantech has agreed to acquire energy and engineering firm Southbank UK

From disk drives to LED lighting, former Seagate chief executive Bill Watkins takes up the reins at Bridgelux

Manchester plant will produce cardboard to be used in the manufacture of recycled corrugated boxes