Climate Liability

Climate liability refers to the legal responsibility of individuals, companies, or governments for contributing to climate change and its impacts. This can involve holding parties accountable for greenhouse gas emissions, which harm the environment and affect public health. As extreme weather events and sea-level rise intensify, affected communities may seek compensation for damages. Legal actions often target fossil fuel companies or entities that failed to take climate risks seriously. The concept is evolving as societies recognize the urgent need to address climate change and its consequences through legal frameworks and accountability mechanisms.