Shell Wins Appeal Over Landmark Climate Ruling, Impacting Future Corporate Accountability
A Dutch appeals court overturns Shell's previous ruling, impacting climate litigation and corporate responsibilities amid COP29 climate summit.
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Shell's appeal won against a 2021 ruling mandating a 45% reduction in emissions by 2030, stating insufficient consensus for specific reductions. Despite Shell's commitments, environmentalists decry the ruling's implications for corporate accountability in climate change efforts. The decision comes as climate discussions unfold at COP29 in Azerbaijan, highlighting ongoing debates about responsibilities and the effectiveness of legal actions against major polluters. While Shell maintains it is reducing emissions, critics emphasize the need for systemic changes in the industry to combat climate change.
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