NGOs Demand Climate Trial for TotalEnergies
OIL & GAS

NGOs Demand Climate Trial for TotalEnergies

Several NGOs are calling for a climate trial against French oil giant TotalEnergies, accusing the company of failing to address its environmental impact. The coalition, which includes French and Ugandan NGOs, argues that TotalEnergies has not complied with the Paris Agreement's objectives and French environmental laws. They are demanding that the company take immediate measures to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions and halt new oil and gas projects.

The case focuses on TotalEnergies' extensive projects in Uganda and Tanzania, particularly the East African Crude Oil Pipeline, which has faced significant criticism for its environmental and human rights implications. NGOs claim these projects contribute heavily to climate change and violate the "duty of vigilance" law, which requires companies to prevent severe human rights and environmental harm.

The legal battle has been ongoing, with various rulings on jurisdiction and admissibility. Recently, a French court allowed the case to proceed, marking a significant step for climate litigation. This ruling highlights the increasing pressure on major corporations to adhere to global climate commitments and the growing role of legal actions in enforcing corporate accountability.

The NGOs hope this trial will set a precedent, compelling TotalEnergies and other major polluters to adopt more sustainable practices and align with international climate goals.

Several NGOs are calling for a climate trial against French oil giant TotalEnergies, accusing the company of failing to address its environmental impact. The coalition, which includes French and Ugandan NGOs, argues that TotalEnergies has not complied with the Paris Agreement's objectives and French environmental laws. They are demanding that the company take immediate measures to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions and halt new oil and gas projects. The case focuses on TotalEnergies' extensive projects in Uganda and Tanzania, particularly the East African Crude Oil Pipeline, which has faced significant criticism for its environmental and human rights implications. NGOs claim these projects contribute heavily to climate change and violate the duty of vigilance law, which requires companies to prevent severe human rights and environmental harm. The legal battle has been ongoing, with various rulings on jurisdiction and admissibility. Recently, a French court allowed the case to proceed, marking a significant step for climate litigation. This ruling highlights the increasing pressure on major corporations to adhere to global climate commitments and the growing role of legal actions in enforcing corporate accountability. The NGOs hope this trial will set a precedent, compelling TotalEnergies and other major polluters to adopt more sustainable practices and align with international climate goals.

Related Stories

Gold Stories

Next Story
Resources

Schindler named among Forbes’ World’s Best Employers 2026

Schindler has been named among Forbes’ World’s Best Employers 2026, a global ranking recognising companies for their workplace environments.Compiled by Forbes in partnership with Statista, the ranking is based on independent employee feedback, including whether employees would recommend their organisation to friends and family.The company said the recognition reflected its focus on creating a workplace where employees can develop their expertise and build careers. ..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

India needs an export-execution mindset: Vishesh Jain

Interview with Vishesh Jain, Founder & CEO, EximpleWhat gaps in India’s global trade ecosystem led you to build Eximple, and what problem did you see businesses struggling with most?Eximple came out of a problem that all three founders had seen from different choke points in the trade ecosystem. India has millions of MSMEs and manufacturers, and many of them can make products that are genuinely competitive on quality. Yet only a small fraction is able to build meaningful international businesses. In our experience, the gap is usually not manufacturing capability; it is the ability to exe..

Next Story
Building Material

Nuvoco reports 13.5% revenue growth in Q2 FY27

Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd. reported consolidated revenue of Rs 27.9 billion for Q2 FY27, up 13.5% year on year. Cement sales volume rose 9% to 4.7 million tonnes (MMT), while EBITDA increased 11% to Rs 4.11 billion.The company said it began its cement operations in 2014 with a 2.3 MMT per annum (MMTPA) operation at Nimbol. It now aims to reach 35 MMTPA of cement capacity by FY28, nearly 15 times its initial capacity. Its portfolio spans cement, ready-mix concrete and modern building materials.On sustainability and cost efficiency, Nuvoco partnered with CleanMax for a 46.4 MW wind-solar hybrid re..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

SPECIAL OFFER
QR Code