Environmental Law and Climate Change Litigation: Tools, Trends and Implications

Abstract

Climate change litigation is an emerging field within environmental law, focusing on holding governments and corporations accountable for their contributions to climate change. Environmental laws, regulations, and international agreements form the foundation of climate change litigation, offering mechanisms to address environmental harm and encourage mitigation and adaptation measures. This paper examines the role of environmental law in climate change litigation, exploring legal frameworks, landmark cases, and the social and environmental implications of these lawsuits. Through analysis of recent cases, the paper assesses how litigation is evolving as a tool for advancing climate policy and promoting environmental justice.