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New Zealand creates 'industrial shield' against climate lawsuits

New Zealand's Parliament has passed a law banning civil lawsuits for climate damage.

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The fact

This 'industrial shield' protects companies emitting greenhouse gases.

The measure ends a lawsuit filed by Mike Smith against six major emitters.

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Cette loi pourrait inspirer d'autres pays cherchant à protéger leurs industries tout en répondant aux enjeux climatiques, mais elle affaiblit les recours juridiques des citoyens.

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