"The Rise of Climate Litigation: Trials and Revolts Across North America"

Defense arguments are set to begin in the youth-led legal challenge of Montana's climate policies. Sixteen young Montana plaintiffs are suing state leaders, saying they've ignored scientific evidence and continue to promote fossil fuels, worsening climate change. The state has tried multiple times to avoid going to trial, including two requests for the state Supreme Court to override prior rulings. The plaintiffs are asking the state to set a limit on greenhouse gas emissions. Montana is America's fifth-largest coal producer.