Emissions Reduction Target

A run down of the government's plans to meet its future carbon targets over the coming decades

Government confirms 25 per cent drop in carbon emissions and outlines how meeting 2050 targets could be cheaper than taking no action

Negotiators insist a binding deal must include developing countries, while reports suggest US may bail on $100bn climate fund

New study warns that even if governments meet all their climate commitments, the emissions will still be 6 GtCO2e above a safe level

SSE, Eneco and Dong Energy say binding carbon reductions, renewables and energy efficiency goals would provide investment certainty

Research shows carbon reductions targets are becoming more ambitious but have potential to go further

Committee on Climate Change says government can no longer ignore sector's growing environmental impact

BBC targets demand a 20 per cent cut in carbon by next year, but emissions are currently down just two per cent

More companies than ever are disclosing carbon emissions data despite tough economic backdrop

Committee warns chancellor's carbon budget review is among several measures hindering low-carbon investment