Carbon floor price

Chancellor Philip Hammond due to set out future for three-year-old carbon price floor in November's Autumn Statement, as OECD exposes persistent 'carbon pricing gap'

If Canadian provinces fail to effectively regulate carbon emissions national government will impose a carbon price, according to Environment Minister Catherine McKenna

Mexico reportedly set to launch 12-month pilot ETS for up to 60 companies in November ahead of full scheme in 2018

Germany's timetable to end coal power by 2050 and plans to implement industrial carbon targets omitted from revised draft of legislation

UK's vote to leave the European Union sends shockwaves through carbon markets and prompts fears of EU ETS exit

But International Emissions Trading Association raises concerns over lack of clarity in the draft Clean Air Rule

World Energy Council Trilemma Report outlines clear need for innovative investment policies to encourage growth of low-carbon energy

Annual survey of IETA members suggests continued optimism over impact of Paris on expanding carbon markets, but concern remains over low prices

UKIP energy spokesperson Roger Helmer claims EU policies drive up energy prices, force carbon-intensive industries offshore and mandate the closure of ‘perfectly good' coal-fired power stations

Environment minister Ségolène Royal says new floor price will be enshrined in 2017 Finance Bill in an effort to kick-start concerted efforts from other nations