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www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Digital life

Climate Lawsuits Are Exploding. Are Homicide Charges Next?

Climate litigation is emerging as a key battleground for accountability regarding fossil fuel emissions.
Children are leading lawsuits asserting their right to a healthy environment. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Typhoons have prevented me going to school': The children behind South Korea's landmark climate win

Youth activism can lead to significant legal victories in climate action.
The ruling addresses past failures in climate policy, setting a precedent in Asia. [ more ]
Nature
1 month ago
OMG science

Who is legally responsible for climate harms? The world's top court will now decide

The International Court of Justice will clarify states' legal responsibility for impacts of climate change. [ more ]
State of the Planet
1 month ago
Business intelligence

New Sabin Center Report Maps Climate Cases in the Global South

Climate litigation in the Global South is on the rise, shedding light on unique challenges and opportunities in these regions. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Top European court hands Swiss women victory in landmark climate ruling

The European Court of Human Rights ruled that Switzerland's efforts to combat climate change were inadequate, violating fundamental human rights.
The verdict could set a precedent for addressing climate cases in other countries and regions. [ more ]
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