France

In world first French Parliament passes legislation to ban new oil and gas exploration in France by 2040, confirming pledge made earlier this year

Energy for Humanity's Kirsty Gogan argues President Macron is right to abandon the battle against nuclear in favour of the bigger battle against climate change

French president questions German decision to phase out nuclear power post-Fukushima

Global agreement struck last night will see new Observatory established to improve long-term sustainability and accessibility of climate data captured by scientists

BusinessGreen keeps you up-to-date with all the latest announcements and reaction as it happens from the climate summit in Paris

Top politicians and green business heavyweights are expected to attend climate summit convened by French President

French premier pledges to plug US gap in IPCC funding, as German Chancellor Angela Merkel delivers 'common message' in support of Paris Agreement

EY said its latest rankings underline importance of government policy in driving clean energy development globally

Multibillion Euro plan to back energy efficiency measures, renewables and cleaner vehicles

Michael Bloomberg launches 'America's Pledge' on climate change as California Governor Jerry Brown sets out plan to strengthen California's carbon trading rules and cut air pollution