Torres Strait appeal targets Australia’s climate duty of care, citing 1.5°C target
A four-day appeal hearing examines whether the Australian government owes a duty of care to Torres Strait Islanders facing sea-level rise. The case challenges the separation of powers argument and could force a tightening of national emissions targets to align with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C goal.
Source: canberratimes.com.au · hardenexpress.com.au