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Greenpeace’s Anticipated Lawsuit Against JBS Signals More Aggressive Action Against Food Producers For Alleged Climate Change Impacts
Global food and agriculture companies are facing an escalating wave of climate-related litigation that extends beyond traditional greenwashing claims to encompass broader liability for their contributions to climate change itself. Recent legal actions against major producers signal a shift toward more aggressive tort-based theories that could expose companies to expansive damages for environmental harms and government adaptation costs. As plaintiffs pursue novel duty-of-care frameworks grounded in internati
United States Environment
AP
Arnold & Porter
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New York Budget Amends the State’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act
New York State's 2026 Enacted Budget introduces significant amendments to the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, adjusting greenhouse gas emission reduction timelines, changing accounting methodologies, and extending regulatory deadlines. These revisions will reshape how the state measures climate progress and implements environmental permitting decisions, potentially affecting projects that were previously denied or remain pending approval.
United States Environment
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Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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Are Ultra-Processed Foods The Next Wave Of Greenwashing Claims?
Ultra-processed foods face mounting scrutiny not only for health concerns but now for their environmental impact, with critics alleging major food manufacturers contribute significantly to climate change through their global supply chains. As companies make sustainability commitments, questions arise about whether these efforts constitute genuine environmental progress or merely "greenwashing" - potentially exposing the industry to new forms of litigation similar to recent climate change and PFAS cases.
United States Environment
AP
Arnold & Porter
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EPA’s Revised National Enforcement And Compliance Initiatives: One Year Later
The EPA's enforcement priorities have shifted significantly under the Trump Administration's second term, moving away from environmental justice considerations while maintaining focus on specific areas like HFC imports and hazardous air pollutants. This analysis examines how enforcement statistics, criminal prosecutions, and regulatory amendments reflect a recalibration rather than a retreat from environmental enforcement.
United States Environment
FL
Foley & Lardner
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