Offsets

Industry expert predicts deal to include CCS in carbon offset scheme is 90 per cent likely

New group to report to government on policies and business models that could help enhance environmental protection

Removing credits from the emissions trading scheme could eventually force companies towards greener technologies

United Nations report backed by financial sector highlights need for success of post-Kyoto climate change negotiations

Over 10 tonnes of carbon successfully offset following inaugural awards

New standard designed to bolster confidence in emission reduction claims of UK forestry projects

Two new guidelines should make it easier for under-represented countries to launch CDM-approved projects

Policies identified by the government to protect ecosystems may fail due to a lack of expertise and knowledge, report warns

Rail operator pledges to maintain zero-carbon journeys while refocusing on cutting company-wide emissions by a quarter

Levy to curb excessive profits among several tax options being considered by UN, along with banning credits from new HFC-23 facilities