The Heat is On! How is the EU Regulation Wave Going to Shape Litigation Within and Outside Europe?
Monday, February 19, 2024
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM US EST
Location: Veranda 2
CLE: 1.0 Credit Hours
The panelists will compare climate change related litigation in Europe, the US, and other countries which is on the rise and also shaping different stakeholder expectations towards regulators. Governments, environmental activists, and also individuals seek to hold businesses (including oil and gas companies) liable for alleged contributions to and damages caused by the climate crisis. The panel will also discuss how green/white/blue washing allegations and accusation risks are changing the landscape. Presenters from IADC’s International Committee and Environmental and Energy Law Committee will discuss the developments in climate change litigation, the basis of the claims, the defenses asserted, and future trends expected.
Learning Objectives:
The current climate change litigation landscape in Europe and in the US, the different approaches based upon legislative and political approaches in Europe and USA.
Examples for Climate Change Actions against Companies, causes of actions employed and examination of the defenses and exposures for clients.
Regulatory Initiatives may foster Climate Change Litigation in Europe whereas in the USA litigated outcomes and emerging causes of action and changes in tort law are being developed through climate change litigation.
