Court: Shell Must Cut Carbon Emissions By 45% By 2030

A Dutch court has ordered Shell to reduce its carbon emissions by nearly half by 2030, setting a potential precedent for other multinational corporations regarding their climate change responsibilities. This ruling was the result of a lawsuit by seven environmental and human rights organizations, aiming to align Shell's emissions with the Paris climate agreement. Shell retains the option to appeal the decision.

How much does the court order require Shell to cut its carbon emissions by 2030?

What is the potential outcome for Shell following the court ruling?