Renowned economist says ambitious climate change target would boost certainty for investors in the UK and Europe
Exclusive: EU Commission to propose measures forcing all member states to take action on plastic bags
Analysts predict 2.5 billion surplus allowances will take seven years to erode even with more ambitious climate policies
Companies and trade organisations say longer-term goal would drive investment and growth
European Parliament approves proposals to measure indirect emissions from biofuels production and cap levels of crop-based fuels
FT reports leading energy companies are to raise concerns over impact of renewables policies
European manufacturers are on average less than two per cent away from mandated 2015 emissions reduction targets, report finds
MEPs are set to reject proposals to urgently measure indirect emissions from biofuels in a vote this week
Andrew Warren argues that the government's consultation on EU competence appears designed to undermine encouraging progress from Brussels on environmental issues
New league table leaves UK outside the top 10 when it comes to recycling rates