Healthy environment a human right, UN court says in landmark climate ruling

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Healthy environment a human right, UN court says in landmark climate ruling

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Climate@slrpnk.netEnglish · 7 months ago

Nations who fail to curb fossil fuels could be ordered to pay reparations, top UN court rules

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Landmark opinion says those that fail to prevent climate harm could be liable for compensation and restitution

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