A landmark youth climate ruling from Montana could have significant repercussions for future climate lawsuits, legal experts say.
that guarantees the state's residents — current and future —"the right to a clean and healthful environment."
Regardless of the appeal, legal observers say the victory could influence future court cases that look at government culpability in the worsening climate crisis. The number of climate-related lawsuits around the world has more than doubled over the last five years, according to a."As these cases become more frequent and numerous overall, the body of legal precedent grows, forming an increasingly well-defined field of law," the report states.
In an emailed statement, Emily Flower, a spokeswoman for Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen, called the ruling"absurd" and"a taxpayer-funded publicity stunt." "For us to have this come to trial and have this science-based evidence in the court record and having decision-makers listen to us is just really amazing," she said."This case can set a precedent for other legal cases outside of Montana's borders."
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