Canada

Jane Burston sees the UK scoop an unwanted gong for its support of Canadian oil sands

President will not rush decision on controversial $7bn project, despite GOP move to link approval to payroll tax deal

Jane Burston finds reports of the UK's declining voice have been exaggerated

Environment minister confirms country will leave the Kyoto Protocol next year

Spanish renewable energy firm hails investment as major step in its plan to lead green energy market

China slams Canada for undermining global efforts against climate change following reports it will pull the plug on Kyoto

Environment minister Peter Kent refuses to confirm or deny country’s position on global emissions treaty

Canadian interests and oil lobby win coalition's support for highly polluting process in runup to European fuel quality vote

Obama administration postpones decision on controversial tar sands pipeline until after next year's US elections

Fuel from oil sands projects face effective ban under EU proposals, though UK may oppose green plan