Shaturskaya project first to be certified by Joint Implementation Supervisory Committee
Joint Implementation verification procedure promises substantial increase in Russian and Eastern European emission reduction projects
Two official draft texts display ongoing uncertainty over targets and funding commitments
President tells EU Russia will cut emissions by up to a quarter on 1990 levels by 2020
Agency predicts greater investment in nuclear and renewables will reduce European reliance on Russia
Nation ranks as the world's ninth-largest polluter, with China reigning as No 1
Loophole could theoretically allow Russia to increase emissions by up to 36 per cent
Carbon market experts claim lack of political will has hampered JI progress
CBI claims Russia-Ukraine row highlights need for continued investment in energy efficiency, nuclear and renewables
Failure to settle outstanding fees prompts UN to suspend Russia from international transaction log