ClimateLitigation

Supreme Court Dismisses Youth-Led Climate Change Lawsuit, Affects Future Environmental Litigation

2 months ago

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has declined to revive a groundbreaking lawsuit initiated by a group of young plaintiffs aiming to hold the U.S. government accountable for its inaction on climate change. This decision, rendered on March 24, 2025, leaves in place previous court rulings that dismissed the case, effectively stalling potential legal avenues for youth activism against climate inaction in the country.

Supreme Court Declines to Hear Appeal from Oil Companies in Landmark Hawaii Climate Case

4 months ago

In a significant legal development, the U.S. Supreme Court has opted not to hear an appeal from major oil companies, effectively upholding a lower court's ruling related to a landmark climate lawsuit initiated by the state of Hawaii. This decision marks a crucial moment in the ongoing battle between state authorities seeking accountability for climate change and the fossil fuel industry.