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European solar industry predicts planned auctions could derail efforts to hit 2020 renewable energy goals

Brussels launches "preliminary investigation" into £75m loan deal following Friends of the Earth complaint

New corporate social responsibility legislation under threat after European Council fails to agree a position

New report reveals escalating crisis in the marine environment

Commission kicks off long-awaited legal proceedings over UK's failure to comply with air quality rules

Company secures EU funding to support development of tidal turbine array project

Commission review of eco labels warns inflated ratings for washing machines and dishwashers confuse customers and fail to drive innovation

Major new study details how, far from undermining competitiveness, ambitious climate policies will create jobs and boost the European economy

MEPs vote overwhelmingly for more ambitious clean technology targets, cranking up pressure on European Commission

BP chief economist tells Reuters threat of industry leaving EU over energy costs is a "bit of a red herring"