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Ratings to be simplified to better promote understanding of star rating system

BusinessGreen.com pulls out the most significant green business announcements from today's Pre Budget Report

As energy bill receives its second reading, government announces launch of Pay As You Save scheme

Despite on-going controversy over the initial wave of eco-town plans, nine authorities have applied for funding to help develop further green town proposals

Solar panels, small scale turbines and air source heat pumps would all benefit from relaxation of planning permission rules

Sustainable building sector will contribute $550bn to the US economy over the next four years, according to study

On Monday, the energy and climate change secretary outlined long term plans to address planning delays for nuclear, renewables and major infrastructure projects to Parliament - here is his speech in full

Lord Turner reiterates view that government must step up pace of low carbon transition with increased investment in green homes and electric cars

Dungeness only proposed site to be rejected on environmental grounds

Report argues that improved "recruitment, retention of employees, less sick time and greater productivity" mean investment in green offices makes sense