Biden administration supports climate lawsuits against fossil fuel industry.

The US Department of Justice has filed a legal brief in support of local governments in Colorado pursuing climate litigation against fossil fuel companies, arguing that the case against Suncor should be heard in state court. The move fulfills a campaign promise by President Joe Biden to support climate litigation. If successful, the lawsuits could change how firms do business, compel companies to pay for climate adaptation, and reinforce banking industry concerns that fossil fuels are a risky investment. The Supreme Court will weigh in on whether the case belongs in federal court, with a decision expected in 2024.