Young Activists Take 32 European Nations to Court Over Climate Inaction

Six young people from Portugal are suing 32 European governments for insufficient action on climate change.
The plaintiffs argue their fundamental rights are being violated by the impacts of global warming.
The case filed at the European Court of Human Rights is the first of its kind and seeks to compel countries to increase climate ambitions.
If successful, the ruling could be legally binding and require nations to accelerate efforts like emissions reductions.
The activists will need to prove direct harm from climate change and that governments have a legal duty to limit warming to 1.5°C.