Long-awaited environment laws might get Australia sued. Here’s why [They do not require the government to assess climate impacts of fossil-fuel projects]
Article from before today's announcement of a deal with the Greens to get the bill passed. But that agreement does not change the lack of a key clause being described in this article.
In summary, international courts have determined that countries must consider climate harm caused by fossil-fuel production, including down-stream impacts when you export your fuels elsewhere.
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Long-awaited environment laws might get Australia sued. Here’s why [They do not require the government to assess climate impacts of fossil-fuel projects]
https://theconversation.com/long-awaited-environment-laws-might-get-australia-sued-heres-why-270453Article from before today's announcement of a deal with the Greens to get the bill passed. But that agreement does not change the lack of a key clause being described in this article.
In summary, international courts have determined that countries must consider climate harm caused by fossil-fuel production, including down-stream impacts when you export your fuels elsewhere.