European Union

Parliament backs proposal for 35 per cent renewables target and binding energy efficiency goal, and embraces 'game-changer' target to build a 'net zero' emission economy

EU Commission is said to be looking at changes to banking charges to boost green financing for low carbon technologies and efficiency measures, but would such a move result in fresh risks?

Reports cover nuclear, renewables, agriculture, aviation, chemicals, and environmental services, but fail to impress observers

Member states will need to draw up long-term renovation strategies to deliver largely decarbonised housing stock by 2050

Drop in applicants to the Countryside Stewardship scheme prompts farming and green groups to warn Brexit uncertainty is threatening current environmental efforts

Letter from group of firms including Google, Amazon, Facebook and M&S highlights key role of corporate PPAs in delivering climate and energy targets

Talks can now proceed to trade discussions after agreement campaigners believe raises the chances of government delivering a green Brexit

New analysis details how plummeting renewables prices, cheap gas and rising compliance costs mean over half of EU coal plants already lose money

Influential trade body publishes new long-term vision committing industry to delivering on the goals of the Paris Agreement

Report argues boosting reuse, remanufacturing and recycling in lower income nations can drive economic development and employment opportunities