Fossil Fuels

Green energy and transport would benefit, not burden economy, freeing up capital to channel towards economic growth, says Climate Policy Institute

University announces measure as part of effort to combat climate change, becoming first UK academic institution to commit

Campaign groups blame industry lobbying as Commission proposes less taxing regime for carbon-intense fuel

From city mayors to Rockefellers - BusinessGreen runs down the key green commitments from this week's conference

Charitable foundations urged to divest shares in fossil fuel majors and shift funds towards low carbon economy

Companies and activists alike are working to make processes like fracking and tar sands oil production more environmentally responsible - should we beat them up or cheer them on?

NGO argues oil majors should cancel at least $91bn of projects that need high oil prices to succeed, although over $500bn is at risk

Sandbag Report calls on legislators in Brussels and Westminster to change tack as coal emissions continue to rise

West Sussex County Council throws out plans for exploratory drilling near Wisborough Green

World Council of Churches, representing 300 institutions including the Church of England, set to phase out oil, gas, and coal holdings