Carbon emissions

The European Commission wants to fine carmakers up to €30,000 for rigged vehicles, carry out roadside spot checks and make emissions testing labs independent of the industry

New research suggests that ordinary clay could make a relatively cheap contribution to the decarbonisation struggle. But feasibility remains a long way off

MEPs say putting a price on pollution will encourage innovation in clean technologies and buy time for much-needed reform

Lower CO2 limits are intended to protect the environment and spur clean car innovation. But environmentalists say a “super credits” scheme will allow car makers to fudge emission figures, undermining both objectives, while manufacturers say the limits will push up costs

Taking a practical approach to affordable, secure and sustainable energy production can help boost economic development while cutting CO2 emissions, says Andrew Haslett