I spoke with Cosmos about the scientific components of the #ITLOS advisory opinion on #climatechange and its authoritative value in reinforcing the global environmental and climate regime. cosmosmagazine.com/earth/oceans/i… #UNCLOS #LawoftheSea Centre for Environmental Law Macquarie Law School BIICL

Excited to share our latest on the BIICL blog: “A Commentary on ITLOS' Advisory Opinion on Climate Change” - with Surya Deva Macquarie University #UNCLOS #LawoftheSea #ClimateChange Centre for Environmental Law 🔖Read it here: biicl.org/blog/77/a-comm…

Who's behind a third of the world’s food production? Bees! 🐝 They’re not just honey makers; they're key for pollinating crops.

Yet, they face threats from pesticides to pollution. Ahead of #WorldBeeDay , see why they are vital #ForPeopleForPlanet : unep.org/news-and-stori…

‘I’m a blue whale, I’m here’: Researchers thrilled by Antarctic resurgence as underwater microphones capture hopeful signs of recovery. Centuries of whaling decimated their numbers, but new data suggests stability or growth in blue whales' population. 🐋 theguardian.com/environment/ar…

Great opp here to work with us on #bizhumanrights & #climate accountability. Spread the word! Surya Deva Tara Van Ho Shelley Marshall Jolyon Ford Martijn Boersma Fiona McGaughey

Biodiversity underpins essential resources on which humans depend for survival, such as, food, clean water or shelter.

As #BiodiversityDay approaches on 22 May, discover how you can contribute to the goals and targets of the #BiodiversityPlan and become #PartofThePlan .

On Friday, the High Court held the UK government’s climate action plan unlawful—“there is not enough evidence that there are sufficient policies in place to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.”

Read more here: gnhre.org/?p=18012

🇦🇶 Antarctica: a symphony of life 🎶 where krill 🦐 play a pivotal role in nourishing penguins 🐧, whales 🐋 & more. But threats like climate change & overfishing are disrupting this harmony. We need science-backed conservation #ProtectAntarctica 🎵
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Good morning #Dhaka 🌞

Glad to be back to run workshops on responsible business conduct for academics, CSOs & trade unions. GIZ

🌏 Happy #EarthDay , everyone! 🌿🥳

As we celebrate the beauty of our planet, we at #CEL want to know: 🌱What is one eco-friendly habit/strategy you have adopted that makes you proud?

For us, we are proud to offer only vegan food🍅🧑‍🍳 at our events!

On Wednesday, EDO gave evidence at the Inquiry into Australia’s Extinction Crisis, explaining the crucial need for comprehensive reform to fix our failed national laws and save our iconic plants, animals and places.

Read more 👇
edo.org.au/2024/04/19/del…

🌿🚨NEWS: The AU🇦🇺 government will establish the #EnvironmentProtectionAgency to enforce environmental laws more effectively. The agency will issue stop-work orders for breaches and audit compliance. 🛑🏭
📈 Max penalties now up to $780m or 7 years jail👮
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When colonial law catches up with Indigenous knowledge
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Traditional leaders of the Pacific have signed a landmark treaty, He Whakaputanga Moana, recognising whales as a legal entity with rights and legal standing if harmed.

👉 abc.net.au/pacific/whales…

The brilliant Annalisa Savaresi, Linnéa Nordlander, and Margaretha Wewerinke have written about the recent ECtHR decisions for GNHRE - 'Climate Change Litigation before the European Court of Human Rights: A New Dawn.' Read here: gnhre.org/?p=17984

Last week's ECHR CEDH ruling against the Swiss govt🇨🇭 sets a new precedent + a warning to entities that are lax on #climateaction 🍃.
There are 7⃣ pending lawsuits resting on the same rights violation, + potential implications for the oil industry🛢️.
Change is on the horizon! 🌄

ICYMI🚨 a recent report📊 found that most CO2 emissions🏭 since 2016 came from just 57 entities!
The top 3 emitting companies were state-owned oil firm Saudi aramco, Russian state-owned energy firm Gazprom, & state-owned producer Coal India Limited.
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🌿☕️ Our inaugural #EarthCafe was a hit!

Yesterday, at the new #MichaelKirbyBuilding (Macquarie Law School), #CEL members + esteemed guests gathered for the first of many monthly forums📚 to brew ideas, discuss research, and seed collaborations.🤝

Exciting projects are germinating!🌱

Judgment Verein KlimaSeniorinnen Schweiz and Others v. Switzerland - Violations of the Convention for failing to implement sufficient measures to combat climate change
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#ECHR #CEDH #ECHR press

This thread, live from the European Court of Human Rights, ECHR CEDH! 👇 #climateaction 🍃

🌍👩‍⚖️ Historic victory for climate justice!
The European Court of Human Rights ECHR CEDH has just found that Switzerland's🇨🇭 inaction on #climatechange 🍃 violates citizens' rights, ruling in favour of the 2000 elderly Swiss women who brought suit.
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