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fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Shell Wins Appeal in Landmark Climate Case in the Netherlands

The Dutch appeals court overturned a landmark ruling requiring Shell to cut carbon emissions by 45% by 2030, emphasizing government responsibility over corporate accountability.
Environment
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Montana's Republican legislators fight back after successful youth climate lawsuit

Republican lawmakers in Montana are pushing bills to weaken environmental protections following a court ruling in favor of youth climate plaintiffs.
fromHarvard Gazette
7 months ago
OMG science

Did lawmakers know role of fossil fuels in climate change during Clean Air Act era? - Harvard Gazette

Mid-20th century scientists understood the dangers of fossil fuel emissions much better than generally recognized, revealing insights into congressional actions and legal implications.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
UK politics

New oil and gas field consent was unlawful - judge

The court ruled that consent for new Scottish oil and gas fields was unlawfully granted, requiring fresh approval.
fromEarth911
1 year ago
Science

Earth911 Podcast: Author Lowell Baier Explores The History Of The Endangered Species Act

The Endangered Species Act (ESA) has been crucial in protecting and restoring endangered species for over 50 years.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Shell Wins Appeal in Landmark Climate Case in the Netherlands

The Dutch appeals court overturned a landmark ruling requiring Shell to cut carbon emissions by 45% by 2030, emphasizing government responsibility over corporate accountability.
Environment
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Montana's Republican legislators fight back after successful youth climate lawsuit

Republican lawmakers in Montana are pushing bills to weaken environmental protections following a court ruling in favor of youth climate plaintiffs.
fromHarvard Gazette
7 months ago
OMG science

Did lawmakers know role of fossil fuels in climate change during Clean Air Act era? - Harvard Gazette

Mid-20th century scientists understood the dangers of fossil fuel emissions much better than generally recognized, revealing insights into congressional actions and legal implications.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
UK politics

New oil and gas field consent was unlawful - judge

The court ruled that consent for new Scottish oil and gas fields was unlawfully granted, requiring fresh approval.
fromEarth911
1 year ago
Science

Earth911 Podcast: Author Lowell Baier Explores The History Of The Endangered Species Act

The Endangered Species Act (ESA) has been crucial in protecting and restoring endangered species for over 50 years.
more#climate-change
#aquatic-life
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
7 months ago
Boston

Did You Hear That Trump Has Been Convicted Of Killing Fish In A River? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

The ruling addresses illegal fish deaths caused by a cooling system in Chicago, marking a significant environmental victory.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
UK news

Tirlan to donate to charity after admitting polluting river in incident at Monaghan plant

Tirlán escaped a fine after donating to charity and paying legal costs following a significant pollution incident.
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
7 months ago
Boston

Did You Hear That Trump Has Been Convicted Of Killing Fish In A River? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

The ruling addresses illegal fish deaths caused by a cooling system in Chicago, marking a significant environmental victory.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
UK news

Tirlan to donate to charity after admitting polluting river in incident at Monaghan plant

Tirlán escaped a fine after donating to charity and paying legal costs following a significant pollution incident.
more#aquatic-life
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago
Environment

Is a River Alive? by Robert Macfarlane review streams of consciousness

Ecuador was the first country to legislate rights for water, influencing global legal recognition of rivers as living entities.
#supreme-court
San Francisco
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Supreme Court Weakens EPA Ability to Limit Discharge of Raw Sewage Into Water

The Supreme Court's ruling limits the EPA's authority to regulate sewage discharge, undermining the Clean Water Act's effectiveness.
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

A SCOTUS case about trains could upend decades of environmental law.

Wray's resignation poses a threat to the FBI and the rule of law, highlighting ongoing concerns about law enforcement integrity.
Environment
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Will SCOTUS Let Agencies Skip Climate Analysis When Approving Major Projects?

A Supreme Court decision may weaken the environmental review requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
San Francisco
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Supreme Court Weakens EPA Ability to Limit Discharge of Raw Sewage Into Water

The Supreme Court's ruling limits the EPA's authority to regulate sewage discharge, undermining the Clean Water Act's effectiveness.
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

A SCOTUS case about trains could upend decades of environmental law.

Wray's resignation poses a threat to the FBI and the rule of law, highlighting ongoing concerns about law enforcement integrity.
Environment
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Will SCOTUS Let Agencies Skip Climate Analysis When Approving Major Projects?

A Supreme Court decision may weaken the environmental review requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
more#supreme-court
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
5 days ago
London food

Rotting food dumped by Ilford takeaway in the street

Kome Express Ilford takeaway was fined for repeated fly-tipping and improper waste management, highlighting enforcement against businesses neglecting waste responsibilities.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
San Francisco Giants

Man sentenced for illegally trafficking baby spider monkeys across California-Mexico border

Texas man sentenced for smuggling protected baby Mexican spider monkeys across the U.S.-Mexico border.
#conservation
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
SF politics

Under Trump, Texas firm pushes to restart Santa Barbara oil drilling. Is it skirting California laws?

The California Coastal Commission is facing unprecedented challenges from Sable Offshore Corp. regarding oil production off the Gaviota Coast.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago
Environment

Elizabeth Kolbert on John McPhee's "Encounters with the Archdruid"

The Wilderness Act of 1964 marked significant conservation efforts but allowed mining claims to persist, creating conflicts between preservation and exploitation.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
UK news

Teens arrested for smuggling 5,000 ants in 'shift in trafficking trends'

Two Belgian teens arrested in Kenya for attempting to smuggle 5,000 ants, highlighting a new trend in wildlife trafficking.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Campaigners hail important victory' in protection of England's national parks

Campaigners achieved a victory in enforcing new legislation for the protection of national parks and landscapes in England.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
SF politics

Under Trump, Texas firm pushes to restart Santa Barbara oil drilling. Is it skirting California laws?

The California Coastal Commission is facing unprecedented challenges from Sable Offshore Corp. regarding oil production off the Gaviota Coast.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago
Environment

Elizabeth Kolbert on John McPhee's "Encounters with the Archdruid"

The Wilderness Act of 1964 marked significant conservation efforts but allowed mining claims to persist, creating conflicts between preservation and exploitation.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
UK news

Teens arrested for smuggling 5,000 ants in 'shift in trafficking trends'

Two Belgian teens arrested in Kenya for attempting to smuggle 5,000 ants, highlighting a new trend in wildlife trafficking.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Campaigners hail important victory' in protection of England's national parks

Campaigners achieved a victory in enforcing new legislation for the protection of national parks and landscapes in England.
more#conservation
#chevron
Wine
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Chevron destroyed Louisiana wetlands-and now it must pay $740 million to clean them up

Chevron has been ordered to pay $744.6 million for its environmental damage to Louisiana's coastal wetlands, a landmark verdict against oil companies.
fromTruthout
4 months ago
Left-wing politics

34 Members of Congress Press Biden to Issue Full Pardon of Environmental Lawyer Steven Donziger

Lawmakers are urging President Biden to pardon Steven Donziger, citing serious irregularities in charges against him related to his advocacy against Chevron.
Wine
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Chevron destroyed Louisiana wetlands-and now it must pay $740 million to clean them up

Chevron has been ordered to pay $744.6 million for its environmental damage to Louisiana's coastal wetlands, a landmark verdict against oil companies.
fromTruthout
4 months ago
Left-wing politics

34 Members of Congress Press Biden to Issue Full Pardon of Environmental Lawyer Steven Donziger

Lawmakers are urging President Biden to pardon Steven Donziger, citing serious irregularities in charges against him related to his advocacy against Chevron.
more#chevron
Environment
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

Mining the Past, Threatening the Future

The Hualapai Tribe won a temporary restraining order to block lithium drilling that threatened their sacred site, Ha'Kamwe'.
#greenpeace
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Environment

Greenpeace loss will embolden big oil and gas to pursue protesters: No one will feel safe'

A court ruling against Greenpeace may encourage oil and gas companies to legally challenge environmental protests further.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Environment

Greenpeace verdict is weaponization of legal system', advocacy groups say

The verdict against Greenpeace is viewed as a major threat to free speech and protest rights.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Greenpeace loss will embolden big oil and gas to pursue protesters: No one will feel safe'

A court ruling against Greenpeace may encourage oil and gas companies to legally challenge environmental protests further.
more#greenpeace
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why fear of billion-dollar lawsuits stops countries phasing out fossil fuels

ISDS is creating a 'regulatory chill,' discouraging governments from enforcing environmental regulations due to fear of lawsuits from companies.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Court orders halt of work on controversial autoroute in south-west France

The Toulouse administrative court has halted construction of the A69 autoroute due to environmental concerns, marking a significant win for environmental activists.
California
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump and Republicans Set Their Sights on California's Electric Car Plan

Trump administration seeks to overturn California's 2035 gasoline car ban via Congressional Review Act, despite it not being a federal regulation.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 months ago

Rick Caruso cites state law he bashed to sue Television City

Rick Caruso's Grove uses CEQA to oppose Television City redevelopment, highlighting contradictions in a law he criticizes as a barrier to development.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 02.12.25 - Above the Law

The Chevron case's implications evolve under Trump, presenting new challenges for environmental law interpretations.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

High Court rules An Bord Pleanala must prioritise climate law in wind farm case likely to affect all public bodies

The court found that climate legislation must be prioritized in planning decisions for renewable energy projects.
fromStreetsblog
3 months ago
San Francisco

Rogue Merchants Try to Halt Protected Bike Lane Project, Restore Valencia to 'Historic' Configuration - Streetsblog San Francisco

Valencia bike lane project faced opposition from VAMANOS, threatening legal action to preserve historic district integrity.
#public-health
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

R.F.K. Jr. Lays Out Possible Public Health Changes Under Trump

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. advocates for informed choice on vaccines and fluoride, despite contradicting established science and promoting anti-vaccine views.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Government breached law by allowing water firms to discharge sewage, watchdog finds

The government has failed to regulate sewage discharges into England's waters, leading to public anger over pollution.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

R.F.K. Jr. Lays Out Possible Public Health Changes Under Trump

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. advocates for informed choice on vaccines and fluoride, despite contradicting established science and promoting anti-vaccine views.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Government breached law by allowing water firms to discharge sewage, watchdog finds

The government has failed to regulate sewage discharges into England's waters, leading to public anger over pollution.
more#public-health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago
London

Man to pay more than 800 after dropping cigarette

Littering in Bromley leads to substantial fines, reflecting the serious implications for local cleanliness and community responsibility.
fromtime.com
5 months ago
Business

Sarah Finch

The U.K. Supreme Court ruling mandates disclosure of scope 3 emissions for fossil fuel projects, enhancing legal accountability and environmental awareness.
fromabovethelaw.com
5 months ago
Law

Halloween House Of Horrors Channels Supreme Court

Halloween costumes reflect anxieties over regulatory decisions in environmental law, especially the implications of Chevron deference.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 months ago
London

Havering Council facing legal action over fires at toxic landfill site in Rainham

Havering Council faces legal action over delayed response to an illegal landfill site causing serious health risks for local residents.
Miscellaneous
fromArs Technica
6 months ago

Neighbors sue over loud Bitcoin mine

Homeowners are pushing back against the Bitcoin mine's operations, citing serious noise-related disruptions to their quality of life and health concerns.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago

Exxon Mobil says advanced recycling is the answer to plastic waste. But is it really?

California AG files suit against Exxon Mobil for misleading claims on plastic recycling.
Lawsuit challenges the effectiveness of advanced recycling, calling it a PR stunt.
fromMiami Herald
7 months ago
Miami

Joe Fleming, a Miami lawyer with a hand in preservation and environment, dies at 83

Joseph Z. Fleming, an attorney and ardent advocate for Miami's resources, passed away, remembered for his expertise and profound impact on law and mentorship.
fromLos Angeles Times
8 months ago
California

California lawmaker warns of 'financial catastrophe' if oil well rules aren't enforced

The California Department of Conservation exempts a major merger from a law requiring oil companies to plug orphan wells, raising concerns about accountability.
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