USA

Cape Wind project edges closer to construction as Federal Aviation Authority rubber-stamps plans, but threat of legal challenges remains

Tough new rules in North America crank up pressure on shipping operators to curb pollution

President Obama slams presidential challenger Mitt Romney over his suggestion that alternative energy is 'imaginary'

Maplecroft Natural Hazards Risk Atlas designed to help companies evaluate supply chain risk

Pressure for action intensified last week as the department of agriculture warned food prices may be set to soar worldwide

Industry hails rapid growth, as leading firms warn that end of production tax credit could lead to stalled investment

From angry renewables firms to green black cabs, we run down the top stories from the past week

Head of UN’s Food and Agricultural Organisation warns booming biofuel industry is contributing to looming food crisis

US building management software specialist teams up with Green Building Council to promote more energy efficient apartment living

President makes play for green vote with decision to expedite planning decisions for seven giant clean energy projects