Climate Change Litigation
/ˈklaɪmət ʧeɪnʤ ˌlɪtɪˈɡeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal actions brought to address issues related to climate change, often involving states, corporations, or organizations to enforce environmental laws or policies.
The rise in climate change litigation reflects growing public demand for government accountability on emissions.
Forms
- climate change litigation
- climate change litigations
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Commentary
Climate change litigation often intersects with regulatory, human rights, and international law, requiring precise framing of legal claims.
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