Huhne calls for global emissions deal by 2015

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Durban must provide business with sufficient clarity to invest in green technologies, says energy secretary

Chris Huhne has challenged businesses to help deliver deep cuts in global greenhouse gas emissions, as part of a binding international deal that he hopes to see agreed by 2015. Speaking at Imperial...

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