SHALE GAS

German cabinet finally agrees fracking rules / Federal states to decide on test drills

COVESTRO

Pilot plant for PC wastewater recycling / New process reduces salt burden on the Rhine / German environment ministry provides funding

COCA-COLA

Drinks giant confirms that new PET one-way bottle consists of “100% recycled material” / German environmental group files temporary injunction / Legal quarrel continues

SHALE GAS

Germany's new fracking rules pass cabinet / Experts question commercial viability of shale gas in Europe

SHALE GAS

Germany's door to shale gas exploration kicked open slightly / Experts to decide on suitability of geological formations / Industry urges quick start to exploration / Plans still controversial

SHALE GAS

German environment agency remains sceptical on fracking / Latest expert opinion recommends tight restrictions / Draft legislation expected in autumn