Legislation

Defra unveils traffic light-style system to help large producers assess packaging waste in line with EPR material reporting standards

EV sales hit record levels after a strong end to the year, but industry warns efforts to meet missed ZEV mandate targets came at 'huge cost'

Incoming US President calls on UK government to 'get rid of windmills', as Russian gas stops flowing to EU states through Ukraine and Norway confirms it is on track to 'pretty much erase' new petrol and diesel cars

New mandate marks start of journey that should result in 22 per cent of all UK jet fuel coming from sustainable sources by 2040

Blanket ban to be imposed on three specific neonicotinoids in the UK to help protect pollinators estimated to support £500m in annual economic benefits

White House submits new climate action plan under the Paris Agreement, in a bid to provide framework for US states even if President-elect Trump's quits international accord

Government receives official advice calling on it to roll out global climate and sustainability reporting standards for use in UK with 'minor amendments'

Views sought on how energy regulator can help accelerate net zero and support households and businesses facing high energy costs

New legislation and guidance to give National Parks and National Landscapes clear mandate to widen public access to nature and better protect trees, peatland, and wildlife

Office for Environmental Protection warns Defra, the Environment Agency, and Ofwat could face court action unless immediate efforts are made to remedy alleged breaches of laws governing sewage overflows