EU scraps plan to label tar sands oil as highly polluting

The European Commission on Tuesday proposed scrapping a mandatory requirement to label tar sands oil as highly polluting after years of industry opposition.

New climate deal push will not repeat Copenhagen mistakes – UN envoy

Efforts to forge a new global agreement on global warming will not repeat the mistakes that dogged the landmark climate summit in Copenhagen five years ago, Ban Ki-moon’s special envoy on climate change has vowed.

Renewable energy target: Coalition and Labor no closer to compromise

The two major parties appear no closer to a compromise on the future of the renewable energy target, amid a push by Coalition backbenchers to strip away the mechanism for large-scale wind and solar projects.

Zero carbon and economic growth can go together, UN study says

Australia could slash its carbon emissions to zero by 2050 and still experience average economic growth of 2.4% a year, according to a UN-backed study.

Coal's share of energy market at highest level since 1970

Coal has reached its highest market share of global energy consumption for more than 40 years, figures reveal, despite fears that its high carbon emissions make it a prime cause of climate change.

Nuclear Industry Gains Carbon-Focused Allies in Push to Save Reactors

Environmentalists and the nuclear industry are beginning a push to preserve old nuclear reactors whose economic viability is threatened by cheap natural gas and rising production of wind energy.

Leaks in Natural Gas System Seen Exceeding EPA Estimate

A study funded by a foundation tied to the pioneer of hydraulic fracturing found methane leaks from drilling and transporting natural gas are greater than U.S. estimates, undercutting the fuel’s climate benefits.

Fracking firms 'should pay £6bn a year tax to compensate for climate change'

Shale frackers operating in Britain should be paying £6bn a year in taxes by the middle of the 2020s to compensate for the damage wreaked on the environment, according to a study from Cambridge University.

Japan Eyes Smart Meters, Fuel Cells to Tackle Climate Change

TOKYO -- Japan plans smart meters in every residence and factory by the early 2020s and 5.3 million fuel cells in homes by 2030 to tackle climate change, according to a report to be submitted to the United Nations.

European Lawmakers Support Carbon Trading System

The European Parliament on Tuesday approved a rescue plan for the European Union’s system for trading carbon-emission credits.

Cooling Pacific has dampened global warming, research shows

Cooling waters in the tropical Pacific Ocean appear to be a major factor in dampening global warming in recent years, scientists said on Wednesday.

David Cameron must heed the experts, not the sceptics, on climate change

The prime minister will face a daunting dilemma next month when the world's most authoritative report on climate change is published, providing a clear warning from scientists about the scale of the risks posed by rising levels of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

Keystone XL decision will define Barack Obama's legacy on climate change

Very few of us have the opportunity in life to look forward to our legacy. However, sometimes events occur that we just know will shape how history will judge us. One of those events is about to happen to President Barack Obama.

US president Barack Obama’s sphinx-like energy policy, suits him just fine

US President Barack Obama's policy on energy and climate change remains inscrutable and full of strategic ambiguity, which probably suits him just fine.

Climate Talks Yield Commitment to Ambitious, but Unclear, Actions

DOHA, Qatar — The annual United Nations climate change negotiations concluded here late Saturday after the customary all-night negotiating session and recriminations over who must bear the costs and burdens of a warming planet.

Climate change expert calls for nuclear power 'binge' to avert global warming

A leading British academic has called for accelerated research into futuristic geo-engineering and a worldwide nuclear power station "binge" to avoid runaway global warming.

Government must resist new 'dash for gas', advisers say

The government needs to multiply investment in clean energy four-fold to avoid breaking laws on renewables and climate change, official advisers say.

Senate panel reins in Pentagon on clean energy

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon's investment in green energy requires too much green paper for some in Congress.