USA

As US climate bill clears latest hurdle, Steven Chu warns there will have to be a compromise on emission targets if further delays to legislation are to be avoided

President sets out tough new standards designed to cut annual car emissions by 900 metric tons

Obama could seal accord on cutting emissions by autumn

Emission targets watered down to secure support of wavering Democrats, as backers insist bill could still pass this year

Suntech Power and Schott Solar announce plans for new US production plants as demand for panels continues to climb

Officials say president Obama will push forward controversial plans for 100 per cent auctioning of carbon allowances, but news reports suggest otherwise

Climate change secretary reckons liklihood of Copenhagen deal is improving following trip to Beijing

Capitol Hill insiders express confidence over Waxman-Markey climate bill

New legislation to force fuel suppliers to provide more biofuels, hydrogen and electric ccharging stations

State of Emergency ruling followed by water bill price hikes and new restricted use measures as drought continues to bite