But Bangkok talks end with deadlock over financing and targets unresolved
China and US clash over US plan for new legal framework that would allow countries to set their own emissions targets
Industrialised countries' carbon targets could amount to as little as a 10 per cent cut in emissions by 2020, according to new study
Global carbon emissions expected to fall three per cent this year, providing leaders with window of opportunity to deliver transition to clean energy
Desire to replace Kyoto protocol with targets not tied to a global cap is dangerous, according to developing nations
White House official admits it is highly unlikely climate bill will pass before December
Minister admits that other rich countries have yet to put money on the table to finance climate compensation and adaptation
As Indonesia announces carbon target, EU officials are reportedly poised to propose emission caps for aviation and shipping at Bangkok talks
Draft agreement being discussed ahead of December's crucial Copenhagen summit is long, confusing and contradictory