Healthy environment a human right, UN court says in landmark climate ruling

Court's decision expected to be used in future litigation and to support political negotiations by vulnerable statesA "clean, healthy and sustainable environment" is a human right, according to judges at the top court of the United Nations.The international court of justice (ICJ) delivered a landmark advisory opinion on Wednesday about countries' obligations to tackle climate change, and the consequences they may face if they do not. Continue reading...