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Three International Courts Could Soon Rule on the Obligations of Nations in Responding to Climate Change
The rulings, while legally non-binding, could still carry significant moral and legal weight. A group of 18 climate-vulnerable nations are seeking an opinion from the “World Court,” with support from 117 other countries.
By Katie Surma
On Wednesday, the United Nations General Assembly will begin debating whether to ask the International Court of Justice to issue an advisory opinion on the legal obligations of nations with respect to climate change.