Swiss Women Lead the Way in Historic Climate Justice Victory
Union of Concerned Scientists
APRIL 10, 2024
This victory sets a precedent for future climate litigation, affirming that climate action is a legal duty of states under human rights law. Born between 1999 and 2012, these youths argued that the adverse effects of climate change, such as heatwaves and wildfires , pose a threat to their right to life.
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