Policy

Greater policy and price certainty needed to ensure effectiveness of UK’s Emissions Trading Scheme (NAO)

Despite some bright spots UN climate chief admits interim climate talks in Bonn 'struggled' to deliver progress on key issues such as climate finance and adaptation ahead of COP30 Summit

Government says that after 'careful consideration' it will not offer a clean power contract to the ambitious project to import solar power from North Africa

Wide-ranging strategy promises to boost clean tech trade and preserve the UK's 'latitude to protect the environment and promote high sustainable standards'

Investors managing $3.1tr in assets sign statement led by ShareAction urging chemical companies to accelerate transition to more sustainable substances that protect health and biodiversity

New rules requiring sustainable and safe ship recycling enter into force today

The government wants to motivate manufacturers to electrify their energy use, but smaller firms may need more targeted support, according to Sam Hampton and Jan Rosenow at the University of Oxford

Government launches consultation on proposals for investors, pension funds, and corporates to develop climate transition plans and enhance reporting on sustainability-related data

Prime Minister declares energy security a 'vital' part of the UK's beefed up National Security Strategy, as green experts welcome recognition of escalating climate impacts

Climate Change Committee calls on government to go further and faster with policy efforts to make electricity cheaper for homes and businesses in the UK