European Commission

Miguel Arias Cañete told by lawmakers that he must give up his shares in two oil companies if his nomination is to be approved

Alenka Bratušek becomes new Vice President for Energy Union, as Miguel Arias Cañete takes Climate Action and Energy brief

Burning Europe’s lignite reserves would wipe out carbon budget from 2020 until the end of the century, says Greenpeace

New Ecodesign efficiency rules have faced opposition from UKIP and Dyson, but what impact will they really have on the industry?

EurActiv reports that proposed legislation to tackle pesticides and illegal logging have been blocked by the outgoing leadership of the European Commission

Major new survey reveals how internet shoppers could be missing key energy efficiency information when buying white goods

Contracts for Difference and Capacity Market mechanism secure state aid approval, as critics warn reforms throw a lifeline to dirty coal power

New European Commission President highlights need for ambitious and binding energy efficiency target

Defra predicts many cities will not comply with EU limits for at least another decade

Major new funding drive announced for clean tech industries with cash earmarked for biofuels, fuel cells and greener materials research