Legislation

Shadow energy minister to write to government after councils accused of telling homeowners to apply for unnecessary planning permission

As the Energy Bill completes its second reading, BusinessGreen runs down the top 10 outcomes that will result from the landmark legislation

Mandatory carbon reporting rules could come into effect from next April

AnyJunk director calls for enforcement of waste regulations to help companies dispose of unwanted materials properly

Friends of the Earth-commissioned report says stalled progress on green issues further undermined by Westminster in-fighting

Who said what in the world of green business this week?

Trade body RenewableUK dismisses Policy Exchange report, claiming EU-set target is expensive and failing to tackle emissions

Trial project aims to provide fleets with an alternative income source income to reduce pressure on fish stocks

Coalition of environmentalists claim government has failed to protect the atmosphere

New strategy proposes determining economic value of natural systems to aid decision-making