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Boulder Sues Fossil Fuel Giants in Supreme Court
5 Oct
Summary
- Boulder claims companies polluted atmosphere and misled public.
- Supreme Court to decide if Boulder's climate suit can proceed.
- Rally attendees demand accountability for climate crisis fueling.
The Supreme Court heard arguments on Monday in a significant climate change lawsuit originating from Boulder. The City and County of Boulder allege that ExxonMobil and Suncor Energy polluted Colorado's atmosphere and deliberately misled the public regarding the consequences of fossil fuels. These accusations have been denied by the energy companies.
The core of the Supreme Court's deliberation is solely to ascertain whether Boulder's legal action is permissible under federal law or if it is barred. Notably, Justice Samuel Alito recused himself from participating in the arguments.
Environmental advocates, including 350 Colorado, and Boulder County residents gathered outside the court to voice their support for the lawsuit, which was filed in 2018. They assert that these companies must be held responsible for their role in fueling the climate crisis and contributing to severe weather events like fires, floods, and droughts. One attendee, a Marshall Fire survivor, shared her ongoing struggles rebuilding her home five years later, highlighting the personal toll of such environmental impacts.
