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Guest Post: Climate Litigation in Japan: Citizens’ Attempts for the Coal Phase-Out

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In its Nationally Determined Contribution , Japan has committed to reducing GHG emissions by 46% in 2030 from 2013 levels and achieving net zero emissions by 2050. Administrative complaints. Under administrative law, standing requirements have so far seemed to blockade the proceedings.

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‘La Acción de Cumplimiento’ as a Legal Mechanism to Implement Colombian Climate Change Laws

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By 2030, Colombia aims to reduce its emissions by 51% in all sectors and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. So far, the country has adopted several laws to strengthen the legal framework towards achieving these goals. In April 2023, the Council of State, the highest court on administrative law matters, affirmed the decision.

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Federal Court Limits State Authority to Deny Interstate Transmission Projects

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Department of Energy has stated that, in order to meet growing clean electricity demands, the United States must expand its transmission systems by 60% by 2030 and upwards of 300% by 2050. One obstacle to meeting these targets is the ability of states to block interstate transmission projects.

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New Copyright Royalty Board Chief Judge Named – Looking at the Issues Considered by the CRB of Importance to Media Companies

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According to the Press Release announcing his appointment, David Shaw will fill that position after having previously served as an administrative law judge on the International Trade Commission for over 10 years. A new Chief Copyright Royalty Judge of the Copyright Royalty Board has just been named by the Librarian of Congress.

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July 2021 Updates to the Climate Case Charts

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The court found that the Commission adequately explained its rationale for rejecting the dollar figure adopted by the administrative law judge. They seek a court order requiring the government to reduce national GHG emissions 61% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, and to reach net zero emissions by 2043. Górska et al.

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