Pollution

Influential study argues carbon tax is needed to help curb growth in greenhouse gas emissions

Chinese researchers say new carbon nanotubes will make oil spill clean-ups quicker and easier

Serious pollution incidents on the slide, but watchdog insists tougher penalties are needed to continue downward trend

New species planted on factory roof to help cool building and combat air pollution

As leading Republicans dig their heels in, President Obama insists a consensus is building in favour of carbon legislation

Talks to phase out tariffs intended to help get Beijing on board for Copenhagen climate treaty

Environment Ministry officials coy on possible inclusion of carbon trading scheme

Pact with Mitsubishi UFJ Lease & Finance to benefit developing Asian nations

Central bank to guarantee small-scale loans for solar and biogas projects

Chinese researchers say shrimp shells hold promise as environmentally-friendly catalyst for biodiesel production