Ecuador Court Rules River Pollution Violates Rights
Landmark decision affirms nature's rights in environmental protection.
Published on 27 July 2024 | News
Ecuador's Constitutional Court has ruled that pollution of the Vilcabamba River breaches the rights of nature, underscoring the country’s commitment to environmental protection. This landmark decision reinforces Ecuador’s constitutional recognition of nature's rights and sets a significant precedent for environmental justice globally.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/jul/07/ecuador-court-river-pollution-violates-rights