This week, the 2021 court ruling requiring Shell to reduce its emissions by 45% by 2030 was overturned on appeal. Whilst initially appearing to be a blow to corporate accountability on climate change, our Senior Legal Manager Sophie Prinz takes a closer look at some of the wider implications of the judgment. 

The energy efficiency of residential buildings is emerging as an important lever in tackling climate change. Recent trends in climate litigation reveal an increasing focus on this area, recognising its impact on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and promoting social justice. Here’s why this matters. 

We take a look at the advisory function of the international court and its significance in clarifying states’ legal obligations.

The new Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition is a welcome step towards protecting consumers against unsubstantiated green claims. But gaps still remain.

Climate change litigation is far from being a distant risk for the shipping industry. A growing number of climate change cases have begun to target the sector. Shipping must wake up to the risks involved, says our Legal Officer Isa Keuschnigg.

January’s positive climate stories include EU fossil fuel CO2 emissions hitting a 60-year low, using policy to impact maritime’s decarbonisation and a legal victory in Norway that paves the way for Rosebank.

When it comes to solving the climate crisis, money matters. We set out how the law sets the framework for financial investment and helps keep finance flows on the right track.

Read about Opportunity Green’s key achievements in 2023, from the launch of the SASHA Coalition to being selected by Giving Green as one of their top recommendations for climate giving.

Our Legal Assistant Olivia Moyle explains why the shipping and aviation industries are coming under increasing legal pressure to decarbonise.

From nature restoration to sperm whale conservation, here are some nuggets of optimism to welcome in the new month!

It’s time to celebrate - Opportunity Green has turned two! Our CEO Aoife O’Leary gives her five reasons why she’s proud of what we’ve achieved so far.

Last month, we attended the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) and heard compelling testimony from small island states, leading scientists, and legal experts. Here’s the lowdown.

Why we're filing complaints against the cruise industry’s systemic misleading advertising of fossil LNG as a ‘green’ fuel.

This month’s round-up of positive climate stories has helped boost our spirits at OG. From significant drops in deforestation in South America to blocks to airport expansion proposals, read on and rejoice…

The Dutch Court of Appeal has given the green light to the Dutch Government’s proposal to reduce flight numbers at Schiphol Airport Amsterdam. Our quickfire Q&A explains why it’s an important win for the environment and the local population.

We’ve put forward a supporting submission urging the International Tribunal of the Law of the Sea to confirm countries must act to decarbonise the shipping sector.