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July 2, 2026Review of European Comparative & International Environmental LawOpen Access

‘Taking inaction on carbon sinks to court’ 1 in Ireland? Comparative analysis of Finnish and German cases

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AAAlessandra AccogliABAmelia Burnette

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Overview

Comparative analysis examines legal strategies for carbon sink protection in Finland and Germany, suggesting implications for Ireland.

Key Points

  • This analysis aims to explore the role of legal frameworks in protecting carbon sinks and addressing their degradation.
  • Comparative analysis of Finnish and German climate litigation cases from 2022.
  • Examination of statutory law-based arguments and their relevance to carbon sink degradation.
  • Consideration of potential legal developments in Ireland regarding peatland protection.
  • Finnish and German lawsuits reveal the effectiveness of statutory obligations in enforcing climate measures.
  • Legal strategies face limitations when ignoring broader social values and biodiversity goals.
  • Divergent outcomes emphasize the significance of each country's legal system in shaping climate litigation.

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Accogli et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a4600a29ed1343031310bc1https://doi.org/10.1111/reel.70062
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