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But Computer Aid warns EU decision to promote recycling over refurbishment ignores environmental benefits

European Union governments can no longer sign new oil contracts after 1 July

Western Climate Initiative market expected to overtake established Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, doubling volumes traded

Carriers will have to buy permits for every tonne of CO2 emitted on flights into and out of EU airports

European Court decision will follow preliminary ruling rejecting US complaints over aviation's inclusion in the EU emissions trading scheme

James Murray runs down the scenarios businesses face as a result of Durban Agreement

Tough new standards to limit use of phosphates in washing powders and dishwasher detergent

Günther Oettinger says he wants fixed goals in place by 2014 at launch of the EU's energy roadmap

EU claims "high ambition coalition" is forming, but further movement needed from large polluters before deal can be done

The European Union has made €5bn of fossil fuel loans through its financial arm despite carbon reduction targets for members