US crushes 6 tons of ‘blood ivory’ in largely symbolic move

Crush of ivory trinkets shows Obama administration’s resolve in ending illegal trade but stops short of a complete ban on domestic ivory sales

Electric car sales at record high in UK, figures show

New registrations under the government’s £5,000 grant scheme were at 1,149, the highest number since it started in 2011

Lexus features 2014 IS and 2nd Amazing in Motion at Miami International Auto Show

After Lexus saw its 2012 sales jump 31 percent over the previous year, the luxury car manufacturer expects an even brighter 2013 with its revamped lineup. Lexus will showcase its full model lineup, including the all-new 2014 IS sedan and 2014 GX luxury utility vehicle, at the Miami International Auto Show this week. Lexus’ exhibit space … Read more

World’s stock exchanges fail to hold companies to account on sustainability

New study shows worrying levels of basic sustainability reporting from listed companies. Regulators and stock exchanges should take action, writes Jo Confino