USA

Solar the big winner as House of Representatives passes renewable energy tax breaks as part of economic bailout package

House of Representatives could extend green tax breaks in vote tomorrow

Governor Schwarzenegger signals toxic substance crackdown

New reporting guidelines to help government departments and carbon offset operators to comply with state's climate change targets

House passes latest proposals to extend renewable energy tax breaks, but fears remain that the Senate will block package that strays from its own plan

Big boost for solar, micro generationn and electric cars on the horizon after Senate approves long-awaited extension to renewable tax credits

Southern California Edison to undertake $1.63bn smart meter roll out

As it emerges Sarah Palin has lobbied California to ditch green shipping rules that she claims would damage the economy, two new US studies offering contrasting views on the economic impact of carbon regulation

Proposed high-speed rail network could go zero carbon

Report claims that despite concerns over transmission networks and tax credits, outlook for wind industry remains buoyant