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We're non-profit lawyers for the planet. Now more than ever, the rule of law is essential to keep democracies strong, justice alive, and our rights defended. Become part of our legal fight - join us: https://brnw.ch/21wOrZH

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💙Historic climate court action💙 This week, a court in Germany will hear the groundbreaking case of Peruvian farmer Saúl Luciano Lliuya against RWE, supported by Germanwatch e.V. and others. Saúl began legal action against the German energy company in 2015, alleging that its carbon emissions have been contributing to the melting of a nearby glacier that could flood his home. This case has significant implications for holding high-polluting companies liable for climate damages. The court is expected to formally set a precedent confirming that companies can be held liable for climate change impacts caused by their carbon emissions. A decision on the next steps could come as soon as Wednesday. Companies are facing increasing scrutiny over climate damages. A recent report found that there are over 40 ongoing cases that aim to hold companies liable for the damages their emissions have caused. Cases like these are vital for holding companies to account for the damage they cause, and for applying pressure on them to do better. We send Saúl and his team all our support as his hearing begins. #SaulvsRWE

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How can litigation drive systemic change in the fight for climate justice? The law is one of the most powerful tools we have to hold governments and corporations accountable - and to protect people and the planet. In the new episode of climate podcast Outrage + Optimism, our CEO Laura Clarke OBE joins Paul Dickinson to discuss how ClientEarth is using the courts to challenge corporate greenwashing, enforce environmental laws, and push for real climate action. From the Dutch courts ruling against KLM’s misleading advertising to stopping a Polish company from branding coal as "eco-friendly," legal action is forcing businesses to tell the truth. But not every case needs to be won to create impact - just the prospect of litigation can drive change, as seen in our case against Shell that sparked global boardroom conversations. And it’s not just corporations - governments must also be held to account. At ClientEarth, we take legal action to ensure they uphold their environmental commitments and put the planet before politics. 📢 Listen to the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/dPAcwEep

Netflix's new series Toxic Town follows a group of mothers seeking justice for how the toxic pollution in their town has harmed their children. Communities living in these 'sacrifice zones' are the victims of industrial greed and negligence, where their health and safety is sacrificed for profit or to cut corners. Despite overwhelming evidence of harm, regulatory action to ban the most damaging chemicals often lags behind, allowing industries to continue polluting for decades before meaningful restrictions are imposed, and/or those responsible are held to account. The victims of chemical pollution should have their stories told and their voices heard in court. More here: https://lnkd.in/e4c_DpiC

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The European Commission's Omnibus proposal is a disaster for corporate accountability. It's set to gut protections for people and the planet in the name of simplification and competitiveness. We're telling the EU Council and Parliament: step up and reject this rollback. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eD5f-6Gf

BP's decision to scale back renewable investments and refocus on oil and gas is a huge setback for climate action. The company said it plans to increase its production, with hopes of "major" oil and gas projects starting by the end of 2027.