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From Hinkley to Toasters: Five issues shaping our energy market
Helen Munro of The Whitehouse Consultancy explores some of the challenges facing regulators and energy execs
Reports: Nicaragua to sign up to Paris Agreement as opposition to US stance mounts
US left further isolated in opposition to global climate deal as Nicaragua pledges to join agreement and Theresa May calls for defence of 'rules-based system'
New York skyline targeted with energy efficiency upgrade rules
Mayor Bill de Blasio outlines new measures requiring 14,500 of City's least efficient large buildings to upgrade boilers, water heaters, roofs and windows
Decarbonisation touted as the core of EU Industrial Strategy
European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker wants to make Europe a 'world leader' in decarbonisation
UK urged to deliver clarity on international environmental treaties post-Brexit, as Labour launches 'Green Brexit' push
Analysis by green law experts warn many global green treaties could cease to apply unless they are officially ratified in the UK after Brexit, as Labour unveils amendments to ensure green rules are retained
EU Withdrawal Bill: Green groups keep up pressure on the government
As the MPs prepare for today's debate on key bill, environmental professionals, legal experts and green NGOs warn changes are necessary to ensure green Brexit
At a glance: Scotland's green policy plans
Scottish Government's 2017/18 legislative programme features a vast array of green economy plans on EVs, energy, recycling, emissions targets and more
Scottish government to ban fossil fuel cars by 2032 under green policy programme
Legislative plan for 2018 majors on low carbon transition, including plans for UK's first bottle recycling deposit scheme, a National Investment Bank and a 2032 phase-out for petrol and diesel cars
UK begins ratification of landmark HFC emissions treaty
Britain becomes one of first countries to start process of ratifying last year's Kigali amendment to the Montreal Protocol, which aims to reduce emissions from fridges, air con and other appliances
Sweden sets out £485m green investment in 2018 budget
Swedish government presents the "greatest commitment to climate and the environment ever" in 2018 budget bill
Green Deal availability set to scupper landlords hunting for energy efficiency exemptions
Green Deal Finance Company confirms Green Deal is available nationwide to all qualifying applicants, quashing fears lack of 'no-cost' funding could offer landlords an escape from energy efficiency rules
Campaigners launch last-ditch appeal to stop fracking in Lancashire
Protesters hope appeal court will uphold council's decision to reject planning consent for Cuadrilla, which was overturned by Sajid Javid
Wales recycling rate hits 64 per cent target three years early
Provisional figures show households in Wales recycled 64 per cent of their waste in 2016/17, meaning it has hit its target three years early
Now it's in private hands, will the Green Investment Bank hold onto its green mission?
Its new owners Macquarie insist it has a plan to use the bank to invest heavily in pioneering green infrastructure, but plenty are still suspicious of the sale
The next chapter for the Green Investment Bank
New head of the Green Investment Group - formally Green Investment Bank - Edward Northam explains what lies ahead for the newly privatised body
Could government opposition to Irish 'hard border' cement EU environmental standards in the UK?
Experts warn maintaining an open border will require UK's continued adherence to EU food safety standards - minimising flexibility in international trade deals
Trump orders US infrastructure projects to ignore Obama-era climate risk rules
President says projects will still need to meet 'environmental safeguards', as he rolls back rules designed to limit flooding and sea level risks
Global UN treaty on curbing mercury pollution enters into force
The Minimata Convention, which has the backing of 128 countries, commits signatories to a ban on new mercury mines and phasing out use of the metal in products
Government promises to maintain 'high environmental standards' in post-Brexit trade
Echoing Environment Secretary Michael Gove's assurances, new Brexit position paper promises changes to trading relationships will not lead to lower environmental standards
Are we heading for a 'Green Brexit'? Who the hell knows
There are only 18 months to go until the UK leaves the single market and customs union - and the plans for a 'Green Brexit' look worryingly sketchy
London Environment Strategy outlines ambitious vision for a zero-carbon capital - but can it deliver?
Deputy Mayor for Environment and Energy Shirley Rodrigues says new plan will set direction for post-Brexit strategy across UK - but does City Hall have the power to realise its bold vision?
South West Water hit by £142,000 pollution fine
The utility has become the latest firm to fall foul of the Environment Agency's pollution crackdown
Government accused of energy efficiency regulation failure
EXCLUSIVE: Frustration grows as industry concern over implementation of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive dismissed by Department of Communities and Local Government
EPA reverses decision to delay US ozone pollution deadline
EPA administrator Scott Pruitt U-turns on plan to delay deadline to comply with ozone air pollution rules following lawsuit from 15 states
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