Climate Liability, Justice, and Jurisprudence
A cross-sector dialogue advancing climate liability, justice, and legal reform to strengthen accountability, protect vulnerable communities, and drive equitable climate action.
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The Idea
The intensifying climate crisis has underscored the urgent need for climate action, including the development of legal frameworks that address climate liability, justice, and accountability. With marginalized communities bearing the brunt of climate-related disasters and environmental degradation, there is a pressing demand for robust laws to protect vulnerable populations, ensure corporate and governmental accountability, and integrate climate considerations into national policies.
To critically examine and spotlight the evolving jurisprudence, landmark cases, and policy solutions that balance environmental sustainability with social equity, the symposium brought together prominent legal professionals and climate accountability thinkers.
Overview
The panel examined climate liability, justice, and evolving laws, emphasising the importance of accountability and inclusive policies to safeguard vulnerable communities. Moderated by Jatinder Jay Cheema, a Projects, Energy, and Natural Resources lawyer, the discussion underscored the urgent need to chart a sustainable path in our interconnected world.
Key recommendations included initiating dialogues for a national climate law, enhancing corporate accountability, and leveraging Public Interest Litigations (PILs) while safeguarding against their politicisation. Emphasis was also placed on region-specific environmental legislation and fostering multi-sectoral collaboration to bolster climate resilience. These deliberations affirmed that climate action must be rooted in legal reform, social equity, and sustained civic engagement.
The accompanying publication, Advocating Change: Climate Liability, Justice and Jurisprudence, encapsulates expert perspectives on climate litigation and the evolving role of law in securing a sustainable future.
Featured Experts
HMJ Hima Kohli
Former Judge, Hon’ble Supreme Court of India (Chief Guest)
Dr. Afroz Ahmad
Hon’ble Expert Member, National Green Tribunal (Guest of Honour)
Mr. Chandra Bhushan
President & CEO, International Forum for Environment, Sustainability and Technology (Special Guest)
Mr. Sanjay Upadhyay
Senior Advocate and Honorary Managing Trustee, ELD Foundation
Mr. Praveen Garg, IAS (Retd.)
Former Special Secretary, MoEF&CC and President, Mobius Foundation
Mr. Jatinder Jay Cheema
Barrister & Solicitor, Advocate, Author, Chambers of Jay Cheema
