China

German firm signs deal with state-owned FAW Group and confirms plans to launch plug-in hybrids from 2013

Energy and climate change secretary says rise in domestic legislation can kick-start talks on an international deal

Consumers keen to buy electric but want greater range, faster charging, and no price premium

World's largest supplier of rare earth metals also tightens export restrictions

Pew report tips Asia to overtake Europe as largest destination for funds in the coming year as UK and US slip down investor rankings

Large industries face higher than expected target for 2015 and told to make four per cent reductions by the end of 2011

Third blast and fires at Fukushima prompt China's State Council to suspend approval for new plants until improved safety rules are in place

Premier warns new green targets could be undermined by "outdated" focus on GDP

As anticipated China's five year plan offers raft of binding green targets that will unleash a new wave of clean energy investment

Xinhua reports that five year plan will place mandatory cap on energy use