Hawaii Reaches Historic Climate Settlement with Youth Activists
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Hawaiʻi has agreed to a landmark settlement in a youth-led climate lawsuit, committing to create a comprehensive plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its transportation sector. The young plaintiffs argued that the state's transportation policies violated their constitutional right to a clean environment. The settlement includes developing a 20-year roadmap with interim goals, tracking emissions, and establishing a youth advisory council. This case marks the first youth-led climate lawsuit in the U.S. to reach a settlement.
Topics:nation#climate-change#environment#greenhouse-gas-emissions#hawaii#transportation#youth-lawsuit
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