Overview
Climate change litigation is a growing field that seeks to address the urgent challenges posed by climate change through legal means. It involves various strategies, including public interest lawsuits and corporate accountability cases, aimed at holding responsible parties accountable for their cont...
Key Terms
Example: Rising sea levels due to climate change.
Example: Litigation against a company for environmental damage.
Example: A lawsuit to enforce environmental regulations.
Example: Suing a corporation for pollution.
Example: Ensuring low-income communities are not disproportionately affected by pollution.
Example: The Paris Agreement on climate change.
Related Topics
Environmental Policy
Study of laws and regulations aimed at protecting the environment.
intermediateClimate Science
Understanding the scientific principles behind climate change.
intermediateSustainable Development
Exploring practices that promote economic growth while protecting the environment.
advancedKey Concepts
Legal FrameworksEnvironmental JusticePublic Interest LitigationCorporate Accountability