International climate law

In July 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued their advisory opinion on states’ climate obligations. The opinion has the potential to significantly influence corporate governance and regulatory landscapes. The latest briefing from the Centre for Climate Engagement explores how.

This influential report presents an overview of climate litigation, highlighting recent developments and future trends. The report is widely read and cited by civil society organisations, policymakers, the legal community, judges, financiers, scholars and media all around the world.

This report, by Chapter Zero, the Centre for Climate Engagement, and Freshfields, highlights not only what non-executive directors need to know about climate law and regulation from a governance perspective, but importantly how to use this knowledge to become pioneers in the net zero transition.