

Holding Big Oil responsible through climate litigation
Mar 25, 2024
Dr. Benjamin Franta discusses climate litigation, holding big oil accountable, historical responsibility, and the challenges of proving moral culpability. The podcast delves into the transition from physics to climate change activism, legal ramifications for big oil, and the difficulties in holding asset managers accountable for investments. Future forecasts include nature and cultural rights litigation against companies for climate damages.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Journey from Physics to Climate Change Litigation
01:53 • 3min
Climate Litigation and Corporate Responsibility
05:10 • 9min
Examining the Legal and Moral Implications of Climate Litigation Against Big Oil
14:27 • 21min
Challenges of Accountability in Investment and Capitalistic Greed
35:57 • 3min
Forecasting the Future of Climate Litigation and Environmental Impact
39:07 • 2min