Durban

Durban must provide business with sufficient clarity to invest in green technologies, says energy secretary

Energy and climate change secretary sets out hopes for next week's Durban climate summit and the role business can play

New study warns that even if governments meet all their climate commitments, the emissions will still be 6 GtCO2e above a safe level

As developed nations move to delay new treaty, China steps up demands for real progress in Durban

South African President expected to lead efforts to restore agricultural adaptation and mitigation in United Nations negotiations

Jacob Zuma says COP17 must establish $100bn Green Climate Fund and determine future of Kyoto Protocol

Chemicals commonly used in air conditioners and fridges have global warming potential 11,700 times higher than CO2

Ahead of critical talks and despite pledge for new treaty by 2012, biggest economies privately admit likelihood of long delay

Who said what in the world of green business this week?

Countries' austerity packages leave little room for promised commitments to $100bn international fund, analysts say