Analysis

Deputy prime minister confirms he wants emissions targets that are "as ambitious as possible", but fails to reveal red line ahead of carbon budget negotiations

Government advisory body categorically rejects argument that UK's climate action is ahead of other countries and disadvantaging businesses

Leaked analysis suggests tough new targets for 2030 would lead to an increase in GDP as member states reap health benefits of cleaner energy

Industry welcomes move to stop retrospective changes to support schemes, but calls on Commissioner to also slash fossil fuel subsidies

Energy and Climate Change Secretary moves to reassure industry government remains committed to renewable energy despite green levy review

EY energy sector report finds renewables accounted for around a third of private sector investment in the UK energy sector last year

Former chief scientist urges businesses to challenge impression that low carbon transition is a 'hair shirts and sandals programme'

New rules would require all member states to take action on lightweight bags, such as targets, charges or outright bans

CDP report reveals many big businesses are failing to adequately track water-related risks

Institute of Fiscal Studies calls for overhaul of government policies designed to curb CO2, but is its answer too simplistic?