Climate litigation 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’." Melodie Michel 02 September 2024
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. Melodie Michel 29 August 2024
Climate litigation 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. Melodie Michel 28 August 2024
Policy & Standards Lawmakers and think tanks back SEC climate disclosure rule in court "Nothing in the instant rule regulates climate change or greenhouse gas emissions." Melodie Michel 21 August 2024
Climate litigation 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. Olivia Peluso 11 July 2024
Climate litigation German court cracks down on greenwashing Thursday's ruling is the latest attempt by European regulators to crack down on greenwashing tactics as companies seek to woo the eco-conscious consumer. Olivia Peluso 27 June 2024
CSO Futures Weekly CSO Futures Weekly: Governments asked to step up, while some businesses push back Courts and countries are backing biodiversity around the world, while the EU faces pressure from businesses on both sides as it smooths out its climate targets. Olivia Peluso 27 June 2024
Climate litigation Children win landmark Hawaii climate case A group of young activists and children has won a constitutional case that will force a government department to curb transportation emissions in Hawaii. Olivia Peluso 21 June 2024
Energy Transition CSO Futures Weekly: Climate transition plans catch force Corporate climate transition plans are on the rise, though overall, momentum in the energy transition, food-related sustainability, and governmental initiatives are lagging. Olivia Peluso 20 June 2024
Climate litigation ExxonMobil's shareholder lawsuit over climate proposal dismissed Investors recently rejected all sustainability-related proposals at the company's AGM. Melodie Michel 18 June 2024