Australia

Speculation is mounting that the government is struggling to secure the support it needs to pass cap-and-trade legislation

Reductions proposed by the EU represents a 16 per cent decrease on 2007 levels, lower than most developed countries

Former opposition leader Malcolm Turnbull set to defy party and back government in crucial climate bill vote

Climate bill defeated in 41-33 vote, as government insists it will put the bill before the Senate for a third time on Friday

Early election on the cards after new opposition leader vows to block cap-and-trade bill

Failure to pass bill could lead government to call snap election

Prime Minister Kevin Rudd expresses anger at opposition's continued attempts to block cap-and-trade legislation

Government study credits renewable energy law for flurry of wind farm projects

MPs told over $5bn of tourism dollars are at risk if reef is allowed to die

Amendments may also give farmers a chance to sell carbon offsets on the open market