US Congress

Lisa Jackson rejects allegations that new EPA rules will damage the economy

Democrats lose control of the House of Representatives, providing Republicans with the power to block new environmental and energy legislation

Senator Harry Reid believes he could secure Republican support for bill containing Renewable Electricity Standard

Sulphur and nitrogen targeted by Clean Air Amendments

But horse trading to keep carbon trading goes on

Row over US climate change legislation heats up as Republican Senator attempts to block EPA's right to regulate carbon emissions

Senate delay means no bill likely before Copenhagen

As EU negotiators call on the US to end Copenhagen deadlock, German Chancellor prepares to tell Congress it must do more to tackle climate change

Solar Technology Roadmap Act now faces Senate vote

Plans to water-down power plant pollution legislation under fire, as Congressional Committee warns any changes would likely face legal challenges