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Speculation is mounting that the government is struggling to secure the support it needs to pass cap-and-trade legislation

CBI warns that forcing firms to report the same emissions data in different ways is driving up the cost of their environmental initiatives

Fund managers encouraged to base investment decisions on emission reduction data

Bill Gates argues we must completely decarbonise our energy supply, and reckons advanced nuclear technologies may have the answer

Bond issues raise finance for low-carbon and climate adaptation projects in developing world

Major shareholder withdraws support for deal, as both firms downplay impact of failed merger

Solar giant remains upbeat despite 2010 forecast falling short of investor expectations

Power station operator says subsidies and carbon price too low to justify use of biomass technology

Fresh from its acquisition of silicon specialist 6N, Calisolar secures fresh funding to underpin expansion plans

Green Building Council report argues public sector must play more prominent role in development of district heating and water networks