New inquiry to examine the possible impact of a 'shale gas revolution' on global energy markets
James Thornton, chief executive of ClientEarth, explains how environmental litigation can be an effective tool for boosting green growth
Shale gas needs strict monitoring but risks of water pollution and earthquakes have been overblown, study says
But green groups warn that an expansion of natural gas could limit the growth of renewables and fail to achieve climate targets
Lord Smith admits much-debated energy source has potential, but insists UK cannot afford a dash for gas without carbon capture
Oil company insists it can't make the numbers add up to justify offshore wind farms
Expert enquiry agrees Cuadrilla shale gas drilling caused minor tremors and advises how to reduce risk for further work
Upcoming report says six-fold increase in number of earthquakes is almost certainly caused by human activity
Body's head of climate change says controversial shale gas extraction could resume after government investigation
Shadow energy minister Tom Greatrex outlines what conditions must be met if shale gas production is to go ahead in the UK