Peruvian farmer takes German energy giant RWE to court in landmark...
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German court could set precedent for climate change litigation*
Case seeks to hold energy utility accountable for emissions
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Court examines glacier melt's impact on flood risk in Peruvian Andes
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RWE, phasing out coal, says single emitter cannot be held responsible
By Riham Alkousaa
HAMM, Germany, March 17 (Reuters) - A German court on Monday resumes hearing a landmark case brought by a Peruvian farmer who argues that the German energy giant RWE's emissions have contributed to the melting of Andean glaciers, https://sisfoti.com increasing the flood risk to his home.
The case could set a precedent for future climate litigation by holding companies accountable for past emissions and requiring them to help fund climate adaptation for affected communities.
Saul Luciano Lliuya, supported by the activist group Germanwatch, wants RWE to pay around 21,000 euros ($23,000) toward a $3.
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