New coal plants 'most urgent' threat to the planet, warns OECD head

Governments must rethink plans for new coal-fired power plants around the world, as these are now the “most urgent” threat to the future of the planet, the head of the OECD has warned.

Canada to Regulate Oil and Gas Emissions to Meet New 30% Target

Canada has pledged to cut greenhouse-gas emissions by about a third by 2030, partly by introducing new regulations on its oil and gas sector.

Caroline Lucas cleared of anti-fracking protest charges

Caroline Lucas, the Green party MP, has been found not guilty of obstructing a public highway and a public order offence during high-profile anti-fracking protests.