Activists Sideline Congress, Employ Courts in Push to Restrict Fossil Fuels

WASHINGTON — With the planet warming and a storm of legal battles swirling, recent lawsuits in state courts have brought into focus a fierce debate over the role of the judiciary in climate change policy. Some activists and local governments argue that, faced with congressional inaction and persistent global emissions, pursuing legal action against oil companies may be an effective route to trigger change. This strategy has drawn criticism from various quarters, who claim it circumvents the democratic process and could saddle U.S. companies with disproportionate blame for global greenhouse gas emissions. Climate change, historically … Read more

Trump and GOP’s Project 2025 Aim to Ramp Up Fossil Fuel Drilling, Challenging Climate Change Efforts

Washington D.C. — With plans and policies creating significant discussion across the political spectrum, former President Donald Trump and the Republican initiative known as Project 2025 are looking to redefine the nation’s energy landscape. At the heart of their agenda is a robust push for increased fossil fuel drilling, which they believe will drive economic growth and energy independence. This proposal positions itself starkly against the current trend aimed at combating climate change by reducing dependence on fossil fuels. Indeed, not only does it intend to maintain current levels of production, but it seeks to … Read more

Groundbreaking Ruling: Maryland Judge Dismisses Climate Change Lawsuit Against Fossil Fuel Giants, Citing Federal Preemption

BALTIMORE — A sweeping decision last month by a Baltimore state court has catapulted Maryland into the center of a national legal debate over climate litigation. Baltimore’s ambitious lawsuit aimed at holding some of the world’s largest fossil fuel producers accountable for their contributions to climate change was dismissed. This marked a significant legal precedent, as it was the first instance a state court has fully rejected this type of claim. Baltimore had targeted major energy companies, accusing them of a misinformation campaign about the impacts of fossil fuels on the environment. However, Baltimore City … Read more

The Hague Pioneers Global Movement with Groundbreaking Ban on Fossil Fuel Advertising

The Hague, Netherlands – In a pioneering move, The Hague has enacted a law to ban advertisements for fossil fuel products and services, becoming the first city globally to do so. Starting next year, the new legislation will eliminate ads for petrol, diesel, aviation, and cruise ship services across the city, including on billboards and in bus shelters. This groundbreaking decision was inspired by the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, who earlier this year urged governments and media outlets to impose restrictions on fossil fuel promotions similar to those for tobacco products. The Hague’s legislation … Read more