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Car share lanes coming Measures to encourage drivers to car share could be introduced by the Department of Transport.


UK emissions reduction target should be 80% The government has been urged to raise the target for carbon emission reductions.


Carbon labelling 'promotes awareness' A carbon labelling system on air and rail travel tickets may help consumers make more informed green travel choices, an advisory service has suggested.


Carbon reduction efforts 'need to take distribution into account' A system of "duty of care" could help firms ensure their products are as carbon-friendly as possible, an article in the Telegraph has reported.


Eco-towns 'have low carbon potential' Eco-towns have the potential to address social needs such as affordable housing alongside environmental and economic issues, a planning expert has suggested.


Ireland plans to 'go green' Ireland has announced plans to make further developments to green energy technology in the country, the prime minister has said.


Environment secretary says low-carbon incentives are needed Incentives may encourage European car manufacturers to comply with proposed restrictions to reduce carbon emissions, the environment secretary has claimed.


Scotland plans first carbon-neutral community The Scottish Parliament will hear plans for the country's first carbon-free community this week, it has emerged.


Low-carbon development focuses on community A new low-carbon development in Shropshire aims to encourage residents to settle in for the long-term.


London borough considers electric train proposal Camden Council is deliberating over a raft of proposals that aim to reduce the borough's carbon emissions, including a new electric train.


Firms urged to focus on energy usage and travel Businesses have been advised to ensure they turn appliances off and use trains over planes to become more environmentally-friendly.


Aviation emissions cap to be put in place by 2012 Airlines flying within, to and from European Union countries are set to face a cap on their carbon emissions after 2012 if proposals announced yesterday (December 20th) are adopted.


California set to fight low-carbon ruling Officials in California have vowed to fight a US federal government decision that has blocked their plans to try to limit carbon emissions from cars and other vehicles.


EU proposes to fine car-makers missing carbon targets Car manufacturers who fail to meet targets for reducing carbon emissions could be fined, under new legislation proposed by the European Union.


Londoners back calls for higher charge for polluting cars Two-thirds of Londoners would back a recent proposal to charge car owners £25 for bringing a vehicle emitting high levels of carbon into the city.


France incentivises green car purchases New plans outlined by the French government look to encourage consumers to opt for greener cars.


Germany outlines extensive new carbon-cutting measures Germany is aiming to reduce its carbon footprint by 40 per cent before 2020 with the introduction of a series of measures announced today (December 5th).


Green Party: Govt transport policy at odds with emissions targets The government''s wish to build many more roads runs counter to its wish to reduce emissions.