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Byzantine perspective on climate justice

11 May 2011

Âé¶¹´«Ã½. Science news and long reads from expert journalists, covering developments in science, technology, health and the environment on the website and the magazine.

Protecting their inheritance

(Image: Imatter March)

LEGISLATION introduced by the Byzantine emperor I in the 6th century is the latest weapon in the battle to force the US government to curb climate change by cutting carbon dioxide emissions.

Guided by NASA climate scientist Jim Hansen, a charity representing young Americans last week invoked the ancient “” in a against the US government and several of its agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Energy and the Department of Commerce.

“The public trust law says that common resources like water and air are held in trust by the government for future…

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