European Commission

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

Greenpeace-backed report argues EU can meet green transport targets without relying on controversial land-based biofuels

Survey of 25,000 Europeans reveals significant concern over air quality and solid support for renewable energy investment

"Worrying low" recognition especially among small firms of how rules impact some common substances, poll finds

Over 70 companies sign letter to EU Energy Commissioner Günther Oettinger claiming retroactive cuts are damaging investor confidence

Rules to limit soot from power plants and diesel engines set to save 40,000 premature deaths and cut healthcare bills by $4bn