European Union

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

Jane Burston hears Chris Huhne reiterate there will second Kyoto period without a roadmap to a legally-binding deal in 2015

Bloc insists movement from other nations towards global deal is "absolutely essential" to continuation of Kyoto

The deadlock in Durban raises the prospect of a two tier response to climate change

Official confirms final ruling on whether it is legal to make airlines join emissions trading scheme will be made on 21 December

Negotiators insist a binding deal must include developing countries, while reports suggest US may bail on $100bn climate fund

Canadian interests and oil lobby win coalition's support for highly polluting process in runup to European fuel quality vote

Trade body chief says action could be taken before the end of the year