Puerto Rico Sues Oil Giants for $1B Over Climate Impact
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Puerto Rico has filed a $1 billion lawsuit against major fossil fuel companies, accusing them of misleading the public about climate change and delaying the transition to clean energy. The suit aims to secure funds to mitigate climate-related disasters and strengthen infrastructure. This legal action follows previous lawsuits by Puerto Rican municipalities seeking accountability for the devastation caused by Hurricane Maria.
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