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• As the federal government prevaricates, some US states have already started trading carbon
• Australia has failed to agree a climate bill in the face of objections from energy generation companies - -
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Eco economy could unlock billions
Fiona Harvey says the low-carbon world will need participation from all levels of government
Yorkshire: Industrial heartland tries new strategy
Andy Bounds says a trading scheme should give the region’s companies an advantage
Carbon trading: Emissions cuts at the lowest price – in theory
Fiona Harvey examines how markets can be used to benefit the environment
Rabobank: Dutch bank focuses on windmills
Michael Steen talks to the lender with farming roots
RGGI: Mandatory scheme makes modest gains in northeast
Hal Weitzman looks at a regional carbon trading scheme in the US
Energy: Cities start thinking globally but acting locally
Ed Crooks says regional efforts to reduce energy use are achieving results
Australia: Emissions trading blocked by entrenched interests
David Fickling examines the difficulties of shifting away from a carbon-intensive economy
Manizales: Climbing out of mudslides and pollution
Naomi Mapstone visits an area recovering from environmental disaster
Transport: Urban planning and technology can change commuter ways
Congestion charging has been a success but is not the full answer, says Robert Wright
Clean technology: Investors eye Chinese approach
Tricia Holly Davis says many funds are hunting for opportunities
