Principles On Climate Obligations Of Enterprises

Author : Expert Group on Climate Obligations of Enterprises
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Business enterprises
ISBN : 9462368082

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Principles on Climate Obligations of Enterprises by Expert Group on Climate Obligations of Enterprises Pdf

Climate change is the most important challenge humankind has ever faced. It is commonly accepted that GHG emissions must be reduced at great pace and to a significant extent to keep global warming below 2 (or, preferably, 1.5) degrees Celsius. This can only be reached if the obligations of major players-States, enterprises and investors-are sufficiently clear. The Oslo Principles aim to discern the legal obligations of States. The current Principles focus on the obligations of enterprises and investors. They identify the reduction obligations of enterprises, and articulate a series of related obligations. Investors can-and many already do-play an important role. These Principles aim to provide a legal basis for active investment management and engagement geared at stimulating enterprises to comply with their legal obligations. An extensive commentary further explains the Principles and their legal underpinning. The members of the expert group are Thomas Pogge, Brian Preston, Tianbao Qin, James Silk, Jaap Spier (reporter), Elisabeth Steiner, Philip Sutherland, and Dani�«l Witte. (Series: Legal Perspectives on Global Challenges, Vol. 5) [Subject: International Environmental Law, Climate Change]

Author : Expert Group On Global Climate Obligations
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Climate change mitigation
ISBN : 9462365733

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Oslo Principles on Global Climate Change by Expert Group On Global Climate Obligations Pdf

Climate change is a grave and urgent threat to human and other life, Earth's ecosystem, global security, and economic well-being. The global community increasingly understands that business as usual is no longer an option. Debate about states' legal obligations to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions is still in its infancy. This seriously hinders progress through the political process or the courts. A group of legal experts has sought to fill this gap by drafting the Oslo Principles on Global Climate Change Obligations. The Principles identify states' reduction obligations and articulate a series of related obligations aimed at prevention. This book is an extensive commentary that further explains the Principles and their legal underpinning. The members of the expert group are: Antonio Benjamin, Michael Gerrard, Toon Huydecoper, Michael Kirby, M.C. Mehta, Thomas Pogge, Qin Tianbao, Dinah Shelton, James Silk, Jessica Simor, Jaap Spier (rapporteur), Elisabeth Steiner, and Philip Sutherland. (Series: Legal Perspectives for Global Challenges - Vol. 3) [Subject: International Law, Environmental Law]

Author : United Nations. Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9211542014

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Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights by United Nations. Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Pdf

"This publication contains the 'Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights: Implementing the United Nations Protect, Respect and Remedy Framework', which were developed by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General on the issue of human rights and transnational corporations and other business enterprises. The Special Representative annexed the Guiding Principles to his final report to the Human Rights Council (A/HRC/17/31), which also includes an introduction to the Guiding Principles and an overview of the process that led to their development. The Human Rights Council endorsed the Guiding Principles in its resolution 17/4 of 16 June 2011."--P. iv.

Author : Eric A. Posner,David Weisbach
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2010-02-22
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781400834402

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Climate Change Justice by Eric A. Posner,David Weisbach Pdf

A provocative contribution to the climate justice debate Climate change and justice are so closely associated that many people take it for granted that a global climate treaty should—indeed, must—directly address both issues together. But, in fact, this would be a serious mistake, one that, by dooming effective international limits on greenhouse gases, would actually make the world's poor and developing nations far worse off. This is the provocative and original argument of Climate Change Justice. Eric Posner and David Weisbach strongly favor both a climate change agreement and efforts to improve economic justice. But they make a powerful case that the best—and possibly only—way to get an effective climate treaty is to exclude measures designed to redistribute wealth or address historical wrongs against underdeveloped countries. In clear language, Climate Change Justice proposes four basic principles for designing the only kind of climate treaty that will work—a forward-looking agreement that requires every country to make greenhouse-gas reductions but still makes every country better off in its own view. This kind of treaty has the best chance of actually controlling climate change and improving the welfare of people around the world.

Author : Jaap Spier
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2022-12-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9462363269

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Climate Litigation in a Changing World by Jaap Spier Pdf

Climate change poses tremendous legal challenges. The law is still largely unsettled. Seeing the global consequences of GHG emissions, many enterprises may face litigation before courts in multiple jurisdictions. The outcome of these cases is often hard to predict. It is in the best interest of humankind and the environment to create global obligations, for instance in the form of concrete obligations of States and enterprises, which can be applied by courts around the globe. Using a myriad of legal sources as a basis, this book explores recurring legal features and remedies in the context of climate litigation. It explores the advantages and disadvantages of specific choices, while recognizing that there are often no self-explanatory answers. The lessons drawn are applied to hypothetical future cases. Climate Litigation in a Changing World provides a basis for well-reasoned choices about measures that could, and will likely have to be, effectuated. Taking insufficient measures may give rise to liability. A keen understanding of these issues is vital for legal advisors, investors, NGO's, businesses and prospective lawyers to anticipate future legal developments. With thanks to Bastiaan Kock for his valued contribution and assistance in the creation of this book. "Climate Litigation in a Changing World is distinctive and distinguished. Distinctive because there is no other book currently available that has the coverage and content of this book. It makes an innovative and important contribution to the literature on climate law. Distinguished because of its academic excellence. It is a thoughtful and scholarly explication and analysis of the climate change crisis and its legal solutions." The Hon Justice Brian Preston, Chief Judge of the Land and Environment Court of New South Wales

Author : Philippe Sands
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 1252 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2003-10-09
Category : Law
ISBN : 0521521068

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Principles of International Environmental Law by Philippe Sands Pdf

This second edition of Philippe Sand's leading textbook on international environmental law provides a clear and authoritative introduction to the subject, revised to December 2002. It considers relevant new topics, including the Kyoto Protocol, genetically modified organisms, oil pollution, chemicals etc. and will remain the most comprehensive account of the principles and rules relating to environmental protection and the conservation of natural resources. In addition to the key material from the 1992 Rio Declaration and subsequent developments, Sands also covers topics including the legal and institutional framework, the field's historic development and standards for general application. This will continue to be an invaluable resource for both students and practitioners alike.

Author : César Rodríguez-Garavito
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 431 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2022-10-31
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781009098779

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Litigating the Climate Emergency by César Rodríguez-Garavito Pdf

"As the climate crisis intensifies and becomes acutely visible, promising responses have been developed by scientists, advocates, and scholars around the world. Mobilizations such as #FridaysforFuture and Extinction Rebellion are converging with Indigenous peoples' movements and other social justice movements to convey the urgency and the scale needed for climate action. Reports by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, informed by developments in attribution science, establish more precise links between greenhouse gas emissions, extreme weather events, and human impacts. In the meantime, collaborations between scientists and journalists have drawn the broader public's attention to detailed information about the magnitude of planet-warming emissions associated with the activities of major fossil fuel companies"--

Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2009-03-24
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264056527

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OECD Principles for Integrity in Public Procurement by OECD Pdf

The OECD Principles for Integrity in Public Procurement are a ground-breaking instrument that promotes good governance in the entire procurement cycle, from needs assessment to contract management.

Author : Janis Sarra
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2020-11-26
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780198852308

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From Ideas to Action by Janis Sarra Pdf

This book is a guide for companies of all sizes as they navigate business responsibility in climate change. It includes the latest scientific research, governance tools, and recent developments in sustainable finance. Providing steps for a meaningful contribution to climate change, this is a critical tool for all corporate stakeholders.

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9292625217

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Climate Change, Coming Soon to a Court Near You by Asian Development Bank Pdf

Report 2 contains a comprehensive review of the growing number and variety of climate lawsuits in Asia and the Pacific. It underscores the unique flavor and voice of regional jurisprudence and compares it with global approaches. Climate change in Asia and the Pacific is deadly and impacts communities now. The report details why and how regional climate litigation seeks relief in increasingly urgent ways. It is the second in the four-part series that ADB produced in recognition of the inevitability of increased litigation in the era of climate change.

Author : Stephen Humphreys
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780521762762

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Human Rights and Climate Change by Stephen Humphreys Pdf

This inquiry into the human rights dimensions of climate change identifies future perspectives, concerns and dilemmas for law and policy.

Author : Eva Schulev-Steindl,Oliver C. Ruppel,Ferdinand Kerschner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9462362378

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Climate Law - Current Opportunities and Challenges by Eva Schulev-Steindl,Oliver C. Ruppel,Ferdinand Kerschner Pdf

This book is available digitally as an Open Access resource at www.boomdenhaag.nl. Click here to access the content. In June 2020, the research center for climate law ClimLaw: Graz was officially opened at the University of Graz, Austria. As part of the festive opening, distinguished members of the Scientific Board of ClimLaw: Graz and PhD students specialising in climate law gave presentations on current opportunities and challenges in climate law. This volume assembles the essays and provides a testimony of the official launch of ClimLaw: Graz. Climate change presents one of the greatest challenges of our time and calls for legal, interdisciplinary and coordinated responses. This volume offers a glimpse into the diverse and pressing issues of climate law subject to ongoing research at ClimLaw: Graz. Current developments in climate law are critically observed and analysed from the national, EU and global perspective in steady dialogue with other disciplines. In doing so, ClimLaw: Graz is envisaged to become a nationally and internationally connected research, teaching and networking platform. For interested readers, this book offers insight into selected aspects of the current legal debate on climate change and climate protection.

Author : Marcel Szabó,Laura Gyeney,Petra Lea Láncos
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2021-11-10
Category : COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020-
ISBN : 9462362548

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Hungarian Yearbook of International Law and European Law 2021 by Marcel Szabó,Laura Gyeney,Petra Lea Láncos Pdf

The Hungarian Yearbook of International Law and European Law comprises a collection of articles written mainly by Hungarian authors, covering developments in the field of international law and EU law, and progress in the domestic implementation and application of these fields of law. The thematic chapter of Vol. 9 (2021), entitled 'Public Health Emergency: National, European and International Law Responses', tackles different legal aspects related to dealing with the consequences of COVID-19, while the Anniversary section is dedicated to the commemoration of the 90th birthday of Ferenc Mádl, professor of private international law and President of the Republic (2000-2005). The Yearbook also contains numerous articles on new developments in European law and international law, Hungarian state practice, case notes and book reviews. The Yearbook offers a comprehensive picture of the state of application and implementation of international law and EU law in Hungary.

Author : International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources. Commission on Environmental Law
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 283170524X

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Draft International Covenant on Environment and Development by International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources. Commission on Environmental Law Pdf

This is an updated edition of the 1995 version. In the mid-1980's, the IUCN CEL, in consultation with leading experts from around the world, began to respond to a need later identified by Agenda 21: the preparation of an integrated framework for international environmental law.

Author : Paas, Leslie
Publisher : UNESCO Publishing
Page : 93 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2016-12-31
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789231001826

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Action for climate empowerment by Paas, Leslie Pdf