Two major oil and gas companies are urging the Supreme Court to rule that local governments cannot pursue lawsuits against them in state courts over climate-related harm. The corporations argue that such cases should instead be handled at the federal level, potentially limiting legal avenues for municipalities seeking accountability. The dispute centers on whether state courts have jurisdiction over climate liability claims, raising broader questions about corporate responsibility and environmental regulation. The Supreme Court’s decision could set a precedent with significant implications for future climate litigation.
Oil and gas corporations Exxon Mobil and Suncor Energy want the Supreme Court to decide that municipalities can’t sue them in state court for damages related to climate change.
