Dutch ruling on Shell - quote from Bas Eickhout MEP

Wednesday, 26 May 2021 15:34

Today, the Dutch courts have ruled that Shell must meet climate obligations, in line with the Paris Agreement, and reduce carbon emissions to -45% net by 2030. The case brought against Shell by Dutch NGOs could have major ramifications for fossils fuel companies. Bas Eickhout MEP, Greens/EFA Vice Chair of the European Parliament's Environment Committee, comments: "This ruling is really good news for the climate. It increases the pressure on large polluters and helps us in Europe to...Request free trial