European Commission

Industry welcomes decision, claiming it will boost market and allow consumers to compare green credentials of boilers and heat pumps

CO2 permits for 2013 clear $2.91 above floor price, as EU committee again discusses propping up ailing Emissions Trading System

EU consultation on air quality review due to close on 4 March

European Commission argues reduced VAT is not the best way to boost energy efficiency and deliver aims of the Green Deal

New European Commission competition calls on individuals and businesses to highlight innovative emission reduction programmes

Connie Hedegaard hails commitment to focus 20 per cent of spending on climate, but campaigners warn lack of reforms may undermine Brussels' green efforts

Point Carbon analyst warns 'we are now facing the prospect of the carbon prices in Europe inching ever closer to zero'

European Commission confirms government can support the scheme to the tune of £600m

Three neonicotinoids, the world's most widely used insecticides would be forbidden across the continent for two years

European Commission proposes mandating deployment of charge points in member states in push to boost low-carbon vehicles