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Victory for South Korean climate activists as the government is ordered to strengthen climate plans

In a new historic ruling, South Korea’s Constitutional Court has ordered the government to improve its climate action plans, a significant win for climate activists. This is the first case of its kind in East Asia, challenging national climate policies and hopefully setting a potential precedent for the region.
The case was brought by 254 plaintiffs, including children and young people, arguing that the government's insufficient carbon reduction targets violated their human rights. While the court upheld South Korea’s 2030 goal of cutting emissions by 35%, it mandated the government to create detailed plans for reducing emissions between 2031 and 2049, to be implemented by 2026.
This ruling could inspire similar climate lawsuits across East Asia, signalling that governments must back their climate goals with actionable plans and accountability, a key step for climate justice!

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South Koreans win legal case against government in Asian first

South Koreans win legal case against government in Asian first

It is the first ever legal case in East Asia challenging national climate policies so it could set a precedent.

https://www.euronews.com/green/2024/08/29/victory-for-south-korean-climate-activists-as-government-ordered-to-improve-carbon-cutting



Climate case before South Korea’s Constitutional Court could set human rights precedent

Climate case before South Korea’s Constitutional Court could set human rights precedent

South Korea’s Constitutional Court is about to resume hearing four landmark cases in which more than 200 people, including more than 60 young children, are arguing that the government is failing to adequately protect them from the harms of climate change, and infringing their fundamental rights.

https://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/news/2024/05/south-korea-climate-case-before-south-koreas-constitutional-court-could-set-human-rights-precedent/




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  • Tabitha Kimani

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    A great achievement. This happens when citizens realize they have the power to demand the right actions,

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      • Munene Mugambi

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        The ruling not only strengthens South Korea's climate policies but also sets an important precedent that could inspire similar actions across East Asia. It's a clear message that future generations deserve a safe and sustainable world, and governments must act decisively to protect their rights.

        • Patrick Kiash

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          Very good news from South Korea recently. From achieving 98% of food recycling ( https://app.wedonthavetime.org/posts/5745b9b1-8696-4975-8955-db584c52e574?utm_source=url-copy&utm_medium=wdht-rn-app-share&utm_campaign=patrick_kiash ) to this.... That's a good pace and we expect more that will encourage other countries to follow.

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          • Kihm Francis

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            wise ruling that shows how climate activism and legal challenges are becoming powerful tools at enforcing governmental accountability on climate issues.

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            • Munene Mugambi

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              @frankoh_kihm_080 Indeed, also, this ruling highlights the growing influence of climate activism and legal challenges in pushing governments to prioritize and enforce stronger climate policies. It shows that the public, especially younger generations, will not stand by as their futures are jeopardized.

            • dickson mutai

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              Young voices are powerful! Governments must be held accountable for real climate action.. Good job

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              • Sarah Chabane

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                @dickson_mutai 100%. Accountability is the key

              • Markus Lutteman

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                Wow!

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