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Environmental law articles, insights, podcasts, videos and webinars from expert sources across the legal world. Explore insights covering topics such as clean air/pollution, climate change, environmental law and waste management.
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Is The Right To A Clean Environment A Fundamental Human Rights In Nigeria?
Nigeria's Constitution does not expressly guarantee a standalone right to a clean environment in its fundamental rights chapter, yet severe environmental pollution can engage protected rights to life and dignity. This analysis examines how Nigerian courts have navigated the intersection between environmental degradation and constitutional human rights, exploring landmark cases and pending legislative reforms that may reshape environmental justice.
Nigeria Environment
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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Legislative Spotlight: NOSDRA (Establishment) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025
The National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (Establishment) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 proposes significant changes to Nigeria's regulatory framework for oil spill management and environmental compliance. What new enforcement powers will NOSDRA gain, and how will financial and criminal consequences for non-compliance by operators and facility owners be strengthened?
Nigeria Environment
SK
Streamsowers & Kohn
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European Commission Proposes To Extend EU ETS To International Flights Beyond Europe, Puts CORSIA On Trial
The European Commission has proposed significant revisions to the EU Emissions Trading System that would expand carbon pricing requirements to certain international aviation routes while maintaining exemptions for flights to major markets like the U.S. and China. Beginning in 2029, the proposal would subject commercial departures from European Economic Area airports to destinations within 5,000 km of Frankfurt to EU ETS requirements, alongside all private business jet operations, while simultaneously streng
European Union Environment
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Beveridge & Diamond
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What Is Environmental Justice? Myths, Legal Rights, And Climate Reality In Nigeria
Environmental justice extends far beyond basic environmental protection, encompassing fairness, equality, and equitable distribution of environmental benefits and burdens across all communities. Dr Udenna Chukwulobe of Olisa Agbakoba Legal examines widespread misconceptions about environmental justice in Nigeria, from its geographic scope to its relationship with economic development and constitutional rights.
Nigeria Environment
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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Environmental Justice In Nigeria: Seven Common Myths Every Business And Community Should Know
Environmental justice in Nigeria extends far beyond oil spills and conservation, touching every sector from mining to waste management. Yet persistent myths continue to shape how businesses assess risk, how regulators enforce compliance, and how communities understand their legal rights. What are the seven most dangerous misconceptions about environmental justice that could be costing your organization in regulatory exposure, investor confidence, and stakeholder trust?
Nigeria Environment
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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Waste Management

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Environmental Justice In Nigeria: Seven Common Myths Every Business And Community Should Know
Environmental justice in Nigeria extends far beyond oil spills and conservation, touching every sector from mining to waste management. Yet persistent myths continue to shape how businesses assess risk, how regulators enforce compliance, and how communities understand their legal rights. What are the seven most dangerous misconceptions about environmental justice that could be costing your organization in regulatory exposure, investor confidence, and stakeholder trust?
Nigeria Environment
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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Environmental Law

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Is The Right To A Clean Environment A Fundamental Human Rights In Nigeria?
Nigeria's Constitution does not expressly guarantee a standalone right to a clean environment in its fundamental rights chapter, yet severe environmental pollution can engage protected rights to life and dignity. This analysis examines how Nigerian courts have navigated the intersection between environmental degradation and constitutional human rights, exploring landmark cases and pending legislative reforms that may reshape environmental justice.
Nigeria Environment
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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Ghana’s Nuclear Vision: Pioneering Clean Energy In Africa
Ghana is advancing its ambition to become a leading civil nuclear power in Africa, with Nuclear Power Ghana Limited evaluating international bids for the country's first nuclear power plant at Nsuban. As the nation seeks to diversify its energy mix with low-carbon sources, understanding the comprehensive regulatory framework overseen by the Nuclear Regulatory Authority becomes crucial for stakeholders in this transformative energy sector development.
Ghana Energy
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Bentsi-Enchill Letsa & Ankomah
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Climate Change

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European Commission Proposes To Extend EU ETS To International Flights Beyond Europe, Puts CORSIA On Trial
The European Commission has proposed significant revisions to the EU Emissions Trading System that would expand carbon pricing requirements to certain international aviation routes while maintaining exemptions for flights to major markets like the U.S. and China. Beginning in 2029, the proposal would subject commercial departures from European Economic Area airports to destinations within 5,000 km of Frankfurt to EU ETS requirements, alongside all private business jet operations, while simultaneously streng
European Union Environment
BD
Beveridge & Diamond
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What Is Environmental Justice? Myths, Legal Rights, And Climate Reality In Nigeria
Environmental justice extends far beyond basic environmental protection, encompassing fairness, equality, and equitable distribution of environmental benefits and burdens across all communities. Dr Udenna Chukwulobe of Olisa Agbakoba Legal examines widespread misconceptions about environmental justice in Nigeria, from its geographic scope to its relationship with economic development and constitutional rights.
Nigeria Environment
OA
Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)
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The Revision Of The EU Emissions Trading System
The European Commission has unveiled a comprehensive proposal to revise the EU Emissions Trading System Directive, introducing significant changes including alignment with 2040 climate targets, integration of carbon removal mechanisms, and establishment of a EUR100 billion Industrial Decarbonisation Bank. The proposal extends the ETS scope to additional aviation routes, smaller maritime vessels, and municipal waste incineration while reforming free allocation rules and the Market Stability Reserve to balanc
European Union Environment
AO
A&O Shearman
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