Senators propose first US carbon tax
US senators proposed a tax on carbon emissions Thursday amid growing calls for action on climate change, but the bill is expected to face staunch opposition from many conservatives.
Japan manufacturers make big emissions cuts: survey
Japan's big manufacturers reduced greenhouse gas emissions by nearly 15 percent annually on average over the past five years compared to 1990.
Japan eyes reduced emission cut target: official
Japan may backpedal on its pledge to cut greenhouse gas emissions by a quarter, an official said Wednesday, dealing a further blow to already deadlocked global warming talks in Doha.
ArcelorMittal Temirtau fined for environmental damages
ArcelorMittal Temirtau and Central Asia Cement have been fined over 57 million tenge for ecology damage.
Karachaganak Petroleum Operating fined $50 million
Karachaganak Petroleum Operating was fined $50 million for emissions.
Aktobe oil company fined 500 million tenge for emissions
Kazakhoil Aktobe reimbursed the state with 445 million tenge ($3 million) for the environmental damaged caused by excessive gas flaring.
Air Astana against EU carbon charges
The European Union has imposed a charge on carbon emissions from January 1.
