Net zero

Almost two thirds of Brits back net zero targets and the UK's clean energy push, despite attempts to stoke up opposition - is the 'climate backlash' in danger of being over-stated?

Report confirms global green economy has enjoyed a compound annual growth rate of 15 per cent over the past decade, putting it second only to technology as the world's fastest growing sector

New plans include £300m investment in clean heating and efficiency programmes, abolition of peak rail fares, and support for renewables and low carbon industry

Re-elected Prime Minister Anthony Albanese vows to lead a government for "every Australian who knows that climate change is a challenge we must act together to meet"

Greens and Lib Dems enjoy strong showing, but Nigel Farage dominates headlines on a night that saw major advances for the populist and climate sceptic right

Tree-planting rates are far below what is needed to meet net zero targets - how can policymakers and businesses rapidly expand sustainable forests?

Opponents of climate action have had a field day, but those businesses and entrepreneurs working to accelerate the net zero transition remain undaunted

Think tank clarifies position after intervention from former Prime Minister sparks headlines claiming 'net zero is doomed to fail'

Mayor of Greater Manchester calls on government to deliver a Spending Review that redoubles climate efforts and seizes opportunity to make the UK a 'green leader'

Reclaim Finance says new study shows the need for more robust regulation of banks' transition plans