Article 6ZGFA Young climate activists in Wisconsin sue state over pro-fossil fuel policies

Young climate activists in Wisconsin sue state over pro-fossil fuel policies

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Dharna Noor
from Environment | The Guardian on (#6ZGFA)

Lawsuit brought by two non-profit law firms have had previous wins in Montana and Wisconsin

Fifteen young climate advocates, aged eight to 17, on Friday sued the state of Wisconsin over its pro-fossil fuel policies.

The case provides the opportunity for state officials to make the correct step to decarbonize Wisconsin" because of the climate harms they've caused youth", said Kaarina, 17, who is the lead plaintiff in the lawsuit.

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