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BP embraces climate change risk resolution
NEWS: Oil major supports “non confrontational” call from shareholders to disclose analysis of climate risk
India resists international scrutiny as it shapes climate plan
NEWS: India is already moving on clean energy, says minister, but does not want outsiders reviewing its climate plans
Business leaders call for net zero emissions by 2050
NEWS: Sir Richard Branson, Mo Ibrahim and Ariana Huffington are among twelve “B Team” business chiefs urging steep climate targets
Norway reveals 40% carbon cut goal for 2030, matching EU target
NEWS: Oslo plans closer integration with Brussels on meeting 2030 climate goals, but Statoil chief says 40% is “demanding”
BP silent on climate as low oil prices hit profits
NEWS: BP slashes spending but declines to follow Shell’s example in backing a shareholder campaign on climate risk disclosure
UN climate change talks and the Paris deal – a guide
ANALYSIS: What would a global carbon cutting deal look like, how will countries get there and could it end in disaster?
One fifth of proposed EU fund investment high carbon, high risk
NEWS: Money for coal, roads and airports will hurt climate goals warn analysts at UK environmental consultancy E3G
Obama pledges $500m for Green Climate Fund in 2016 budget
NEWS: Billions to be channeled towards climate measures in US president’s 2016 budget
Labor swing in Queensland puts brakes on Australia’s coal surge
NEWS: Vast coal mines planned for the Galilee Basin must stand on their own merits as incoming Labor government set to scrap subsidies
UN: 2014 was the hottest year on record
NEWS: World Meteorological Organization draws conclusion from combined datasets that 2014 was likely the hottest year ever
UN targets draft of Paris climate deal by 13 February
NEWS: Diplomats must complete draft text in Geneva next month, or risk undermining legal basis for a global accord at December’s summit
Sport issued with climate warning at Australian Open
NEWS: Rising temperatures threaten future of Australian sport, say researchers amid tennis tournament
Shell backs climate change resolution filed by shareholder activists
NEWS: In a “huge victory” for campaigners, Shell supports call for deeper analysis into the climate risk for its business
Denmark gears up for fight against fracking
NEWS: Activists in the EU’s greenest country are poised for battle as Total prepares to begin shale gas exploration
Shell plans to drill for Arctic oil this summer
NEWS: Oil major confirms controversial plans to exploit Arctic reserves, subject to permits and resolving legal issues
Bioenergy “incompatible” with sustainable food production – study
NEWS: Princeton scientists urge governments to scrap bioenergy subsidies, citing climate impact and clash with food crops
China and India adopt UK tool to map green futures
NEWS: UK-led modelling tools are helping governments around the world develop contributions to a global climate deal
Arctic 30: Tales from a Russian prison
INTERVIEW: From Taser lessons to self-help sessions, Frank Hewetson recalls the highs and lows of jail a year on from his release
Global calculator: 7 emissions pathways for the world
ANALYSIS: A new tool backed by the UK government allows anyone to test the impact of lifestyle, fuel and land use choices on the climate
Obama bans oil drilling in 9.8 million acres of Arctic ocean
NEWS: New protections sees US president pivot to Arctic in attempt to secure reputation as environmental leader