Damages
S3 Ep4 | Constiutional Violation
Apr 4, 2023
The podcast explores the legal battle to block oil drilling in Guyana and the constitutional violation of the right to a healthy environment. It discusses the vulnerable coastal strip, rising sea levels, and the lawsuit against Exxon. It also delves into the balance between climate concerns and economic development, the consequences of sudden wealth from natural resources, and the impact of oil development on Guyana and the Global South.
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- A constitutional case in Guyana invokes the right to a healthy environment to challenge fast-tracked permits and oil production, highlighting the threat to current and future generations' well-being.
- ExxonMobil's attempt to dismiss a math professor's climate change testimony contradicts their own internal documents and a peer-reviewed study, revealing the accuracy of predictions about the hazardous effects of burning fossil fuels.
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The Coastal Vulnerability and Rising Sea Levels in Guyana
Guyana, a country with a significant coastal strip and a population concentrated in this area below sea level, is at risk due to rising sea levels caused by climate change. The frequent flooding, exacerbated by saltwater intrusion, is impacting farming and animals, posing a threat to the well-being of the population.
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