The International Institute for Sustainable Development has a good set of briefs on the implications of the ICJ Opinion.
May 21, 2026
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) provided authoritative legal guidance on states’ obligations to address climate change in 2025.
Yesterday, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution to welcome the ICJ opinion on climate change and committed to advancing multilateral cooperation on climate action.
If you’re looking for a refresher on what exactly the opinion means for states, our experts have you covered. Our series of briefs break down the implications for climate adaptation, environmental impact assessments, environmentally harmful subsidies, international investment law, and multilateral environmental agreements.
Source: IISD Insights via LinkedIn
See also
UN countries agree on legal obligation to address climate change | CBC News
General Assembly backs historic World Court climate crisis ruling | UN News