Saul Luciano Lliuya is taking on German energy company RWE in a landmark climate lawsuit over the risks posed by climate change to his home in Huaraz, Peru. He claims that the company's significant greenhouse gas emissions have increased the danger of flooding from a nearby glacial lake, putting his house at risk. Although his first suit was dismissed in 2015, subsequent appeals have kept the case alive, with implications for accountability in climate change. RWE rejects responsibility, warning that such claims could set a problematic precedent.
Lliuya argues that RWE's climate-damaging emissions have heightened the risk of flooding to his home, seeking accountability from the company for climate change impacts.
"It is not just about me; it’s about all communities threatened by climate change. We must make those responsible pay for their actions."
RWE asserts that holding them liable for climate change affects would lead to a precedent where every polluter could be legally blamed, challenging the socio-political balance.
Lliuya underscores the urgency of the case stating, "I feel a great responsibility to defend my home and community against the effects of climate change."
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