UN’s Top Court Rules That ‘Clean, Healthy’ Environment Is a Human Right
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In a landmark finding, the United Nations’ top court on Wednesday issued an advisory opinion stating that a “clean, healthy and sustainable environment” is a human right.
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling supports the obligation of UN member states to tackle the climate crisis and outlines the consequences they could face if they fail to do so.
“The consequences of climate change are severe and far-reaching: they affect both natural ecosystems and human populations. These con
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling supports the obligation of UN member states to tackle the climate crisis and outlines the consequences they could face if they fail to do so.
“The consequences of climate change are severe and far-reaching: they affect both natural ecosystems and human populations. These con
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