In a first, Micronesia is taking the Czech Republic to court to challenge a planned refit of a large coal-fired power plant. It wants the plant closed to halt the plant’s emissions of greenhouse gases that Micronesia claims threaten its existence. Greenpeace is supporting Micronesia’s complaint.

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Youth Activists Triumph in Groundbreaking Climate Trial
A landmark legal decision has overwhelmingly justified every human being’s right to a healthy environment. The huge victory by young climate activists in Montana is a win for young people all over the world whose future will undeniably be shaped by the effects of climate change. The case,