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Falling battery prices boost outlook for electric vehicles
ANALYSIS: Petrol and diesel cars cheaper, but gap is narrowing as electric manufacturers invest in more efficient power packs
A race for lithium is sparking fears of water shortages in northern Argentina
The salt flats of Catamarca hold rich resources for a green revolution, but the impact of mining on water sources has nearby communities worried
China PM calls for national roll-out of electric vehicles
Li Keqiang says more needs to be done to raise use of electric cars, but infrastructure remains lacking
Electric car sets new world speed record
Morning summary: Electric car sets new world speed record
Should electric cars get free parking?
Report from IPPR think tank suggests EV owners should get ‘green badges’ and be exempt from all congestion charges and road tolls
Build your own electric sports car
Tie up between racing car manufacturer and Birmingham University will offer kit car that can be switched between combustion, hybrid and electric power
Electric car industry boosted by EU’s rapid rollout plans
Binding targets for charging points will see almost 800,000 installed across continent by 2020 as EU looks to slash greenhouse gas emissions from transport
London 2012: A medal for innovation in the road race?
The London 2012 fleet is bringing new carbon-cutting technology to the roads, from efficient diesel, hybrid and electric cars but can these technologies leave their own Olympic legacy.
Climate Live: Climate change damage to be felt for centuries, Greenpeace launch new Arctic film and can Higgs Boson give hope to climate scientists?
The latest international climate change news, debate and video from RTCC.
Businesses abandon transport fossil fuels in search of “green fleets”
One in four business leaders are turning to alternative fuels to combat high oil prices and boost environmental protection, according to Grant Thornton study released today.
Brian Paddick: Zero carbon London by 2030
Liberal Democrat candidate Brian Paddick on his plans to use electric vehicles, waste reduction and energy efficiency to make London carbon neutral.
UK vehicles get cleaner and greener in 2011
No surge in electric car ownership but less carbon and more miles to the gallon as latest UK figures are released.