“It is a very nuanced ruling and, in some ways, it actually encourages parties like Milieudefensie. Although the claims were not granted, the court did recognize that dangerous climate change constitutes a violation of human rights.
Shell climate case: what does the ruling mean?
The court of appeal in The Hague has rejected the claim of Milieudefensie, which demanded that Shell reduces its CO2 emissions by 45% by 2030 compared to 2019. What are the implications of this ruling for Shell and the future of climate cases? Danny Busch, professor of financial law, offers insight into the court's considerations and the wider implications of the ruling for companies and environmental organisations in an interview with APG.
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- Prof. D. Busch (Danny)