Overview

• The case, filed in 2015, argues that RWE's CO2 emissions contribute to climate change, increasing the risk of flooding from the Palcacocha glacier lake in Peru.
• Court-appointed experts estimate the likelihood of a flood impacting Lliuya’s property at under 3%, while the plaintiff's supporters argue the risk is significantly higher.
• The lawsuit seeks to hold RWE accountable for 0.38% of the costs of protective measures, reflecting its share of global greenhouse gas emissions.
• RWE denies liability, stating its emissions comply with legal standards and arguing against individual emitters being held responsible for global climate effects.
• The court is currently evaluating whether the flood risk to Lliuya’s property constitutes a legally relevant threat, a decision that will determine if the case proceeds to assessing RWE's responsibility.