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Ugandan Activists Sue Police Over Crackdown on Environmental Protests
Eight environmental and human rights activists in Uganda have filed a lawsuit against the government for alleged human rights abuses.
Jul 24, 20242 min read


Greenpeace to Counter Sue Energy Transfer, Citing EU Anti-SLAPP Directive
Greenpeace to counter sue Energy Transfer, claiming the fossil fuel giant abused the legal system to silence criticism.
Jul 23, 20243 min read


Airlines on Notice: Environmental Groups Target Sustainability Claims After KLM Greenwashing Verdict
ClientEarth, Fossielvrij NL, and Reclame Fossielvrij fired a warning shot to 71 airlines outlining legal boundaries for sustainable claims.
Jul 22, 20243 min read


When Oil Giants Sue - The Case of Exxon and Shareholder Climate Activism
Exxon sued shareholder activists who proposed faster emissions reductions, but the lawsuit was dismissed after withdrawal of the proposal.
Jul 15, 20246 min read


France's Duty of Vigilance Law Takes First Steps: Two Companies Face Trial After Court of Appeal Rulings
French courts move forward with first lawsuits under Duty of Vigilance Law.
Jul 10, 20243 min read


Overturning the Chevron Doctrine: The Impact on Climate Litigation in the U.S.
In a landmark ruling on June 28, 2024, the Supreme Court overturned the Chevron doctrine, reshaping how federal agencies' interpret law.
Jul 3, 20244 min read


UK Supreme Court Forces Impact Assessments to Account for Scope 3 Emissions
The UK Supreme Court ruled that environmental impact assessments must consider greenhouse gas emissions from burning the oil extracted.
Jun 27, 20241 min read


Climate Activists Seek Legal Force Through Japan's Bar Association
Climate Case Japan petitions the Japanese bar association to push for stronger climate action through legal means.
Jun 24, 20242 min read


Money Talks, But Gold Screams: Environmental Groups Urge Biden to Pardon Environmental Lawyer Steven Donziger
Environmental groups are urging President Biden to pardon lawyer Steven Donziger who won a lawsuit against Chevron for Amazon.
Jun 18, 20245 min read


Switzerland to Decide After KlimaSeniorinnen: Uphold Climate Ruling or Defy ECHR
The Swiss Senate will decide today whether to comply with the KlimaSeniorinnen European Court of Human Rights ruling.
Jun 5, 20242 min read


Dutch Court Suspends ONE-Dyas Gas Rig During Greenpeace Occupation
Greenpeace activists occupied a Dutch gas rig while environmental groups achieved a court order to temporarily halt its operations.
Jun 4, 20242 min read


Greenpeace CEE Files OECD Complaint Against Austrian Fossil Fuel Giant OMV Over Romanian Gas Project
Greenpeace CEE filed an OECD complaint against Austrian fossil fuel giant OMV over the company's continued fossil fuel expansions.
Jun 2, 20243 min read


Cocoa Company Challenges EU Deforestation Regulation
A German cocoa company is challenging the EU's new deforestation regulation, arguing it creates burdens for businesses.
May 28, 20242 min read


WWF-Norway Sues Government to Block Deep Seabed Mining Citing Insufficient Environmental Review
WWF-Norway is suing the Norwegian government to halt deep seabed mining permit, arguing the environmental impact assessment was inadequate.
May 24, 20241 min read


Criminal Complaint Filed Against TotalEnergies’ Executives and Shareholders Over Dangerous Climate Change
Environmental groups and climate victims filed a criminal complaint against TotalEnergies' executives for their role in climate change.
May 23, 20244 min read


TUI's "Fair Friday" Campaign Ruled Misleading: Greenwashing Through Greener Hotels Can't Mask Flight Impact
Dutch Advertising Board of Appeal ruled TUI's "Fair Friday" campaign misled consumers by promoting flights alongside sustainability claims.
May 16, 20244 min read


Great Lakes State Fights Back: Michigan Gearing Up to Launch Climate Lawsuit(s)
Michigan's Attorney General is preparing to sue fossil fuel companies over climate change impacts.
May 14, 20242 min read


Dutch Advertising Watchdog Receives Greenwashing Complaint Against Cruise Giant MSC Cruises
A coalition of environmental groups filed a greenwashing complaint against cruise giant MSC Cruises in the Netherlands.
Apr 30, 20243 min read


South Korea Faces Landmark Climate Litigation: Court Hears Arguments in 4 Cases
South Korea's Constitutional Court heard arguments from hundreds of citizens who argue the government violates their fundamental rights.
Apr 25, 20244 min read


Iraqi Father of Cancer Victim Sends Legal Challenge to BP
Following his son's death from leukemia allegedly linked to oilfield emissions, a father is seeking compensation from BP.
Apr 24, 20242 min read
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