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‘Historic’: UN court rules states have legal obligation to curb climate change – and fossil fuels

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‘Historic’: UN court rules states have legal obligation to curb climate change – and fossil fuels

“This is the start of a new era of climate accountability at a global level."

24 July 2025

Energy retailer admits offsets ‘do not prevent or undo’ fossil fuels harms in greenwashing settlement

Energy retailer admits offsets ‘do not prevent or undo’ fossil fuels harms in greenwashing settlement

EnergyAustralia withdrew its Go Neutral product in July 2024, and says it has now “shifted its focus to direct emissions reductions”.

19 May 2025

Clorox fined US$5.2mn for misleading consumers on origin of recycled plastics

Clorox fined US$5.2mn for misleading consumers on origin of recycled plastics

The case is representative of the increased sophistication in greenwashing attempts – and growing attention to detail from regulators.

14 April 2025

Consumers sue Apple over carbon-neutral watch claim

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Consumers sue Apple over carbon-neutral watch claim

"The deceptive marketing distorted the marketplace by falsely differentiating Apple’s products on environmental grounds."

27 February 2025

BlackRock greenwashing case tests enforceability of sustainable fund label rules

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BlackRock greenwashing case tests enforceability of sustainable fund label rules

"We want other investment managers to heed the warning of this complaint."

18 October 2024

NGOs seek review of EU Taxonomy criteria for aviation and shipping

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NGOs seek review of EU Taxonomy criteria for aviation and shipping

“The aviation criteria are so weak that 100% of Ryanair’s order books could be labelled ‘green’."

02 September 2024

CSO Futures Weekly: SBTi calls for no new fossil fuel equipment in buildings by 2030

CSO Futures Weekly

CSO Futures Weekly: SBTi calls for no new fossil fuel equipment in buildings by 2030

New guidance from the SBTi, top sustainability appointments and a change in supplier termination policy for Shein.

29 August 2024

Climate groups seek tighter EU emissions caps in court

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Climate groups seek tighter EU emissions caps in court

The lawsuit is backed by a recent ruling which found Switzerland guilty of failing to protect its citizens from climate change.

28 August 2024

Lawmakers and think tanks back SEC climate disclosure rule in court

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Lawmakers and think tanks back SEC climate disclosure rule in court

"Nothing in the instant rule regulates climate change or greenhouse gas emissions."

21 August 2024

UK quashes new oil drilling project following landmark ruling

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UK quashes new oil drilling project following landmark ruling

The move is in response to a landmark judgment from Britain’s highest court ruling that planning authorities must also consider the impacts of burning – not just extracting – fossil fuels when deciding whether or not to approve projects.

11 July 2024