Legislation

House of Representatives approves bill to fine carriers that comply with EU plans for aviation carbon trading

New rules set to be unveiled in attempt to reduce risk of spills, but EU companies' drilling outside of EU will not be covered

Xinhua details plan to impose regional energy consumption quotas

Ernst & Young report says only "business-centric" thinking will unlock energy efficiency savings among small businesses

Regulators approve long-awaited state-wide emissions trading scheme

California Air Resources Board expected to confirm launch plans for cap-and-trade scheme

Rick Eggleston, managing director of REpower UK, warns hold-ups are making long-term investment decisions impossible

Insiders warn speculation over drastic cuts to incentives could damage investment

Decision to delay tighter smog rules branded "illegal and irresponsible"

Industrial and energy giants to face binding emissions reduction targets