Summary
Survivors of Typhoon Rai in the Philippines have filed a legal claim against Shell in the UK, seeking compensation for the storm's impact. They argue that Shell's fossil fuel activities contributed to making the typhoon more severe. Shell denies the claim and states that it is baseless.
Key Facts
- Typhoon Rai hit the Philippines in December 2021, killing around 400 people.
- Survivors have filed a legal claim against Shell in UK courts, arguing the company made the storm likely and more severe.
- The claim alleges Shell is responsible for 2% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
- This is the first case of its kind against a major UK oil company.
- Shell denies their oil and gas production influenced the typhoon's severity.
- The case claims Shell had historical knowledge of climate change impacts since 1965.
- The legal claim will apply the law of the Philippines, where the damage happened.
- Environmental groups are supporting the lawsuit, citing scientific advancements that link extreme weather to climate change.
