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What are the legal implications of fossil fuel subsidies?

What are the legal implications of fossil fuel subsidies?

Each year governments spend billions subsidizing fossil fuels—yet the International Court of Justice (ICJ)’s Advisory Opinion makes clear these subsidies are a legal risk. Our new brief—part of a series on the ICJ opinion and what it means for states—breaks down the implications for environmentally harmful subsidies. Our expert Natalie Jones explains states should: 🌍 Track and make transparent all environmentally harmful subsidies 🟢 Phase them out gradually and redirect support to clean energy 🤝 Coordinate internationally to reduce political risks and build momentum