Shell’s Got Game: Legal Victory Gives hope to Big Oil About myriad lawsuits

By Douglas McIntyre  •  November 13, 2024

Doug McIntyre reports on a recent legal victory for Shell Oil as a Dutch court overturned a previous ruling requiring the company to cut emissions by 45% by 2030. This reversal means Shell no longer has mandated emission targets, giving the oil giant a boost amid ongoing environmental lawsuits. McIntyre highlights that, with extensive legal resources, Shell and other oil companies may now have an edge in facing current and future challenges from environmental groups and local governments.

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