Policy

Report shows EU has already cut carbon emissions by 11 per cent since 1990

Climate Commissioner hits back at suggestion pessimism is undermining international talks

EU insists it will pursue legal action unless London takes urgent steps to tackle poor air quality

Agricultural trade bodies voice concern that latest departures from independent consultation will further delay a decision on the future of GM

In Washington and Cancun the business community holds the key to climate action

"The votes may not be there right now, but I intend to find them in the coming months"

California Assembly passes legislation to ban free distribution of single-use carrier bags, moving bill to the Senate

Government sources tell Reuters they expect Bundesrat to vote against proposed cuts to solar panel feed-in tariffs

Mexico climate chief slams UN and EU for jeopardising chances of success in Cancun by talking down prospects for end-of-year summit

Share price slumps further as US attorney general confirms investigation could result in criminal charges