Ozone levels in Europe during summer 2009 were among the lowest since comprehensive data reporting started in 1997.

At least three more firms are under investigation over allegations of tax fraud relating to carbon emissions, according to Norwegian police.

EU-funded research shows that many harmful air pollutants make their presence known more indoors than outdoors.

The internet is successfully facilitating a transition from traditional 'brown' business models to new green growth strategies.

Living near an airport can be very noisy - with negative effects on health and the environment.

Carbon dioxide emissions by companies regulated under the European Union's Emissions Trading Scheme fell by 11 percent last year in the wake of the economic downturn, according to analysts.

The conference - Carbon Capture and Storage: Bridging the Transition from Fossil Fuels to Renewables - will take place at Dublin Castle Conference Centre on 11-12 March 2010.

A developer and a demolition company have been collectively fined €150,000 at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court for allowing workers to be exposed to asbestos.

The EU is in danger of being overtaken by Australia and Japan in pledging tougher targets for reducing the greenhouse gas emissions blamed by scientists for causing climate change, according to an analysis of the most recent pledges.

As investments go, it does not look like a money-spinner - invest $58,000 to line the roof of your suburban home with solar panels and pick up a $17.20 cheque in exchange for the reduction in your household carbon emissions.

A voluntary Irish carbon offset market is being developed to assist firms based here to lower their emissions.