An Italian court is set to rule on the country's first climate lawsuit against the state. The case, Giudizio Universale, was filed in 2021 by environmental group A Sud and more than 200 other associations and individuals. They argue Italy's climate action is too weak to meet Paris Agreement commitments and violates fundamental rights. Claimants want the court to order a 92% cut in greenhouse gas emissions from 1990 levels by 2030. A ruling for the claimants would be a landmark for Italian climate litigation and could push the government to accelerate its emissions reduction plans. Italy is highly exposed to climate risks, including heatwaves and extreme weather. The decision will be watched closely as one more test of whether courts can compel faster national climate action.
