UN court: Healthy environment is a human right

The International Court of Justice ruled that a clean, healthy environment is a fundamental human right, requiring states to address harm from their carbon emissions. This landmark decision clarifies states' obligations to combat climate change, emphasizing intergenerational equity and holding major emitters accountable for inaction, potentially leading to reparations. The non-binding opinion is seen as a turning point in international climate law, potentially enabling future legal actions and reinforcing the urgency of climate action globally.