New study warns that even if governments meet all their climate commitments, the emissions will still be 6 GtCO2e above a safe level

Tapping country's resources would use up 15 per cent of forecasted emissions and divert investment from green technologies

Sector to boom after clarification of subsidies makes business case more appealing to lenders, developer says

Government research body says next generation biofuels made from waste are a feasible low carbon option

Countries' austerity packages leave little room for promised commitments to $100bn international fund, analysts say

Final EU certification "days away" for plug-in hybrid, which German certification tests confirm runs at 51g CO2/km

UK drops from 8th to 14th in World Energy Council index ranking energy investment prospects

Industry body warns government's latest impact survey could have negative impact on green firms

However, UN body admits growth in trade will see the industry's output rise without further market-based measures

Environmental Audit Committee writes to David Cameron branding planning reforms 'unsatisfactory' and 'confusing'