Climate Litigation News Updates | October 27-31, 2025

The latest climate litigation news and case updates are continuously added to the Climate Court litigation tracker, keeping you informed about the most significant climate lawsuits, environmental protection cases, biodiversity litigation, and public health disputes worldwide. Our comprehensive database compiles detailed case summaries, original court filings, legal decisions, and ongoing updates from national and international courts. Whether you’re tracking corporate climate accountability cases, government climate policy challenges, or climate-related human rights lawsuits, Climate Court helps you stay current on the legal actions shaping the future of climate and environmental law.

Below you’ll find the latest climate litigation updates for this week, organised by day to help you follow the most recent developments in climate litigation. This overview is updated daily with new filings, court rulings, and legal actions from around the world, ensuring you never miss an important update. For previous weeks' updates, check out our Resources page.

Here’s a snapshot of the most recent updates added this week:

October 27

France:

• France’s Council of State closes Grande-Synthe climate case, citing credible progress toward 40% emissions cut by 2030.

United States:

• Exxon sues California, claiming the State’s new climate disclosure laws violate its free speech rights.

  
  

• Federal judge blocks Trump Administration’s cancellation of $9 million in climate resilience funding for Washington State.

  
  

• New York court orders the State to enforce the climate law, requiring emissions regulations by 2026.

October 28

Canada:

• Young Canadians file a climate lawsuit against the Canadian Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB), alleging failure to protect retirement savings from climate-related financial risks. Read more about this case if you’re interested in growing climate accountability, fiduciary duty, and ESG (environmental, social, and governance) litigation trends in Canada.

European Union:

• ECHR rules no violation in Greenpeace Nordic v. Norway, finding that Norway’s oil and gas licensing process complies with its climate change assessment obligations. A case showing the balance between fossil fuel development and human rights-based climate action in Europe.

October 29

United States:

• A federal judge dismissed a consumer lawsuit challenging Mondelēz’s use of “Climate Neutral Certified” labelling on its Clif Zbar products. The plaintiff alleged that the company’s marketing misled consumers into believing the snacks caused no pollution or greenhouse gas emissions. The decision is an interesting one for companies as it shows the relevance of corporate sustainability certifications in climate litigation, as well as the scrutiny applied to climate-related marketing claims.

• Environmental advocacy group Mighty Earth has filed a lawsuit against meat giant JBS USA, alleging that its “Net Zero by 2040” pledge constitutes false and misleading advertising. The complaint argues that the company’s massive greenhouse gas emissions are fundamentally incompatible with its climate commitments, misleading consumers and investors about its true environmental impact. The case adds to a growing wave of climate accountability litigation targeting greenwashing in corporate climate pledges, especially within the high-emission agriculture and food sectors.

October 30

Europe:

• EU Court rules Commission wrong to approve France’s farm plan that breached environmental laws. The Commission failed to enforce key environmental safeguards when approving France’s agricultural strategy.

India:

• Jharkhand High Court upholds ban on stone mining in Saranda Forest to protect conservation zone. As such, the court reinforced environmental protections in one of India’s most ecologically significant forest regions, rejecting a petition to permit stone mining in a designated no mining zone. The ruling highlights the court’s commitment to safeguarding wildlife habitats and upholding the principle of intergenerational equity in natural resource conservation.

United Kingdom:

• High Court reaffirms cost cap protections for environmental NGOs in badger cull legal challenge. This is an important judgment to ensure that environmental law remains accessible to civil society groups and that cost barriers should not deter legitimate public-interest litigation.

October 31

Pakistan:

• A group of farmers from Pakistan has taken legal action against major international corporations, seeking accountability for losses linked to climate-related extreme weather. The case emphasises the principle that those contributing significantly to global emissions may bear responsibility for tangible harms in vulnerable regions. Transnational climate litigation is on the rise, as aims increase to hold companies accountable for their global climate impact.

United States:

• California has initiated legal action against several leading truck manufacturers over alleged breaches of a landmark environmental agreement. There are ongoing tensions in California between state climate policies and corporate compliance. Observers note that the outcome could have broad implications for the adoption of zero-emission vehicles nationwide and the future of state-led climate initiatives.

  
  

• A coalition of nonprofits, homeowners, and conservationists has challenged a federal regulatory decision that revived a previously abandoned energy infrastructure project. The lawsuit discusses topics including environmental law, public safety, and energy policy, calling attention to the legal responsibilities of regulatory agencies.

  
  

All of this week's updates have been logged in the Climate Court litigation tracker, where subscribers can access detailed summaries, original filings, and real-time updates on climate and environmental litigation cases from around the world.

Tracking these cases is crucial for businesses, legal professionals, organisations, and policymakers, as climate litigation increasingly shapes corporate sustainability practices, climate compliance, and risk management strategies. Staying informed helps companies anticipate legal challenges. Lawyers and consultants can use these insights to advise clients, while investors, NGOs, and the public can monitor how litigation drives accountability. Following global trends in climate lawsuits and environmental justice cases ensures that stakeholders remain proactive and prepared.