European Union

Voluntary code requires signatories to embrace energy efficiency, procure greener products and report on energy use

Current lead in innovation can be accelerated and commercialised, say analysts

European Commission calls for North Sea wind energy grid, tighter building regulations and huge investment in energy efficiency

Energy Commissioner claims that with EU committed to continued use of coal there is no alternative to carbon capture

Developing countries warn EU that any restrictions on biofuel imports designed to improve sustainability could lead to a complaint to the World Trade Organisation

There is a lot to admire about the EU's plans to tighten up its emissions trading scheme. But, as Steve Zwick discovers, many in the carbon offsetting industry feel they are being sold short by the proposals

EU member states still debating lower fines for small car manufacturers who fail to comply with emission curbs

Renewable energy industry concerned proposed amendment to renewable energy directive will damage investor confidence

European firms could leave the region as a result of emissions trading scheme, warns International Energy Agency

Long-running and controversial plan has now been officially passed