Hawaii Reaches Groundbreaking Settlement in Youth Climate Change Lawsuit

Jun 21, 2024, 02:10 AM

Hawaii has agreed to settle a lawsuit filed by 13 young people who claimed the US state violated their constitutional rights by operating a transportation system that contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. The settlement is described as 'groundbreaking' and addresses the state's contribution to climate change through its transportation system. The youth alleged that their rights under the constitution were being violated.