Strasbourg Court's Climate Ruling Controversy

This chapter analyzes a recent ruling by the Strasbourg court regarding climate change, specifically the case of Ein Klima Seniorin versus Switzerland. The discussion critiques the court's overreach into national policymaking and its implications for democracy, emphasizing the tension between judicial authority and democratic processes. It also explores the complexities of human rights treaties and the potential consequences of withdrawing from the Council of Europe, considering the future of domestic legal interpretations.