A coalition of African groups has asked governments across the continent to withdraw from talks as developed countries fail to mobilise finance
Deputy climate chief says government will push for further carbon cuts in next Five Year Plan due out in 2015
Kyoto Protocol failed because it didn’t get backing of top emitters US and China, so negotiators know a new treaty will have to bring both on board
No silver bullet for tackling climate change, but society needs to accept the urgency to adapt, US scientists say
Dr Jim Yong Kim’s commitment to addressing climate change questioned in letter from 68 environmental groups
Decision likely to dampen concerns from developing countries but critics say 20% reduction target should be raised
The military is forecast to purchase nearly 100,000 non-tactical electric vehicles to meet its targets
Morning summary: EU climate chief calls for action on cutting emissions; China’s corn harvest set to decline after flooding and drought; and Norway’s Sovereign Wealth Fund could divest from coal
Morning summary: China calls on rich nations to offer more finance at COP19, OECD says carbon taxes best way to address climate change, Microsoft boosts wind holdings
Connie Hedegaard admits shale gas will be considered in 2030 climate package, but says it’s no ‘silver bullet’
Morning summary: Muslim cemeteries and Buddhist temples responsible for greenhouse gases; global emissions show signs of ‘permanent slowdown’; and talks to create Antarctic marine reserves break down
Morning summary: US announces end to international coal funding; three US states sign global warming agreement with British Columbia; and Australian Climate Change Authority criticises government targets
New report from 13 European ministers urges EU to take quick action to spur private investment and reform ETS
India’s renewable energy capacity has grown from 3.9GW in 2002-2003 to about 27.3GW in January 2013
India blocks international efforts to cut production of greenhouse gases used in air conditioning and refridgeration
Malaysian palm oil lobbyists accuses EU of making “politically motivated” attacks on industry, during attempts to strength SE Asian relations
Morning summary: Russian authorities change Arctic 30 charges; Nick Clegg says green levies could be paid through general taxation; and China sends inspection teams to polluted cities
Energy Information Agency report 3.8% drop in 2012, linked to rise in shale gas use and warmer than usual first quarter
Morning summary: UK goes ahead with nuclear station; Smog engulfs one of China’s largest cities; Iowa professors agree climate change will devastate farming
Britain, a pioneer of nuclear power, is handing over its industry to the French and Chinese in a move likely to see a doubling of electricity prices