'Death sentence': low-lying nations implore faster action on climate at U.N.
Failure by developed economies to effectively curb their greenhouse gas emissions contributes to rising sea levels and imperils island and low-lying nations
EU countries struggle to agree approach to COP26 climate talks
In an early sign of clashes to come at COP26, where nearly 200 nations will negotiate the issue, EU states are divided over whether emissions targets should cover 5 or 10 years
OPINION: Europe gas crisis: to prevent future shocks, invest in renewables
Renewables are the answer to the 2021 gas price surge - not the cause. To avoid future crises, reduce gas demand and make sure costs are equally shared.
OPINION: UN summit stays silent on root causes of our failing food system
The global forum has wasted the chance to consider real alternatives to our corporate-led, environmentally harmful ways of producing what we eat
World's beautiful, Airbus says as air industry sets out green goals
Airbus says aviation could only hit net-zero carbon emissions in 2050 if airports, airlines and air traffic systems also embraced radical change
In U.N. climate push, UK PM disputes Kermit: 'It is easy to be green'
Boris Johnson challenges the message of Muppets character Kermit the Frog at the annual U.N. gathering to push for more climate action
South Africa adopts more ambitious emissions target before climate summit
Africa's biggest emitter of greenhouse gases now aims to keep emissions to a range of 350-420 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2030
New WHO air-quality guidelines aim to cut deaths linked to fossil fuels
Air pollution kills at least 7 million people prematurely each year, with research showing effects on all parts of the body from the brain to reproductive systems
China, U.S. climate pledges give COP26 boost but 'extra mile' sought
Beijing plans to stop new coal finance overseas while Washington aims to double its international climate funding by 2024 - but big gaps remain to meet global goals
As heating bills spike, how can Europe protect its poor?
In Europe, the spectre of soaring heating bills this winter has prompted proposals for innovative ways to help citizens heat their homes