Climate Litigation: It’s Role in Achieving the Rule of International Environmental Law and Climate Justice

This chapter delves into the critical role of climate litigation in advancing climate justice and the rule of international environmental law. It begins by defining climate litigation as a legal instrument and examining its progression, along with the specific legal tools employed. The study assesses whether legislative and institutional developments in the environmental sector align with global efforts to protect the environment, reduce pollution, and address climate change. The methodology involves a descriptive and analytical approach to investigate legislative advancements. The chapter discusses the definition of climate litigation as a legal tool, its progression, and the corresponding legal instruments used. It highlights the increasing number of climate-related cases worldwide, with a significant rise since 2017. The study emphasizes the importance of climate litigation in pressuring governments, businesses, and society to take decisive action against climate change. It also explores the role of the International Court of Justice and other regional courts in addressing climate-related issues. The chapter concludes by stressing the need for more robust climate action and the establishment of environmental courts to handle climate-related matters effectively.