A group called Climate Case Japan has submitted a petition to the Japan Federation of Bar Associations, asking for stronger climate action. The petition, signed by 365 individuals, seeks the bar association's support in making formal requests to relevant ministries and courts. The group hopes that the bar association will issue a warning or request specific measures from the government to address climate change. The bar association will review the petition and decide on its course of action, a process that may take over a year [461680bd].
This petition highlights the ongoing efforts of climate activists in Japan to push for stronger action on climate change. It demonstrates the use of legal avenues to hold the government accountable for its role in addressing the climate crisis. The outcome of the bar association's review will be significant in determining the level of support and action that can be expected from the legal community in Japan [461680bd].