Lie of the land
Countries are working to meet ambitious renewables targets, but what does this mean in practice? By Fiona Harvey and Kate Mackenzie
The Future of Energy
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While a surge in energy demand is shaking the world, there is another wave gathering strength: climate change. If measures to tackle this can be formalised in Copenhagen in December, it could set in motion a revolution that would change the future of energy.
Climate of opinion
Faced with the twin threats of surging energy consumption and the fight against climate change, the huge challenge facing governments is how to cut carbon emissions while demand soars, says Ed Crooks
Stormy debate
The stakes have never been higher, and the scale of the task facing the negotiators who are gathering for the United Nations climate change summit in Copenhagen is daunting, says Fiona Harvey
Crisis averted?
A number of factors will determine whether the supply of oil can match future demand, writes Carola Hoyos
New shapes
Manufacturers are finding energy-efficient ways to combat the higher costs of gas and electricity, writes Michael Kavanagh
Eyes on the future
Copenhagen will be crucial in creating a binding agreement for green economic growth, writes Connie Hedegaard
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Power struggle
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Chinese puzzle
Geoff Dyer charts China’s switch from being viewed as the world’s top carbon polluter to low-emissions crusader
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Oil will soon be as important as sugarcane and hydropower to Brazil’s energy needs, says Jonathan Wheatley
AVIATION AND THE AUTO INDUSTRY
Clear the air
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Driving ambition
After several false starts, car manufacturers are revving up production of electric and hybrid vehicles, writes John Reed
