Hawaii Reaches Historic Climate Settlement with Youth Activists

A group of young climate activists in Hawaii has secured a historic legal settlement requiring the state's Department of Transportation to aggressively pursue a zero-emission transportation system by 2045. The settlement, which is enforceable and overseen by the court, aims to fully decarbonize ground, sea, and inter-island air transportation. This victory is part of a broader youth-led legal strategy to address climate change and follows a similar win in Montana. The case highlights the significant role of transportation in greenhouse gas emissions and the importance of collaborative efforts in achieving climate goals.