shale gas

Hollande seeks to end speculation that France could water down blanket ban on shale gas development

Company announces it intends to apply for planning consent for up to six new shale gas exploration wells

Delphine Batho argues that shale gas and nuclear industries "wanted my scalp"

Bowland basin in the North of England holds about 40 trillion cubic metres of gas, but questions remain over how much is recoverable

Danny Alexander promises significant new support for low carbon energy, rail network, broadband connections and flood defences

Reports suggest survey will show reserves are significantly higher than previously thought, sparking a fresh row between shale gas supporters and opponents

Entrance of major name into British shale sector could be catalyst for fracking industry

Centrica in talks with leading fracking company over purchase of stake in Bowland shale in north-west England

Peter Voser says companies must 'move and take some risks' if energy system is to be reformed

The absence of sufficient climate safeguards leaves greens with little choice but to oppose UK shale gas developments