Pollution

EU 'flexible' on ETS if global deal is reached

Commission's director-general for climate says ETS aviation legislation could be changed if there is an international agreement on reducing emissions.
Wednesday, 8 February 2012

China bans airlines from EU's emissions scheme

Chinese authorities say including airlines in the emissions trading scheme violates international climate negotiations.
Monday, 6 February 2012

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Cut emissions, boost health

Reducing greenhouse gases is even better for public health than a European Commission study suggests.
Thursday, 2 February 2012

Ending our addiction to plastic bags

There has to be a shift away from the use of disposable products towards sustainably sourced materials.
Thursday, 2 February 2012

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MEPs back away from 30% emissions target

Centre-right MEPs block move to push for increase in emissions reduction target.

Tuesday, 31 January 2012

Commission issues proposal for revised water standards

Plan would see pharmaceuticals added to restricted list for the first time.

Tuesday, 31 January 2012

UK parliament report calls for ETS overhaul

British parliamentarians fear businesses could relocate to other countries.

Friday, 27 January 2012

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Soil directive may be dug up

Political changes may reduce German opposition; Commission to publish report on state of EU soil.

Friday, 27 January 2012

Higher emissions target ‘could save money'

Commission report to support higher carbon emission reduction targets for 2020.

Thursday, 26 January 2012

EU helping with cruise ship clean-up operation

Transport commissioner tells MEPs that special ship is on standby off Italian coast.

Tuesday, 24 January 2012

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