German citizens are suing their government over its failure to bring down air pollution levels to limits recommended by the world’s leading scientists. They claim their right to breathe clean and healthy air is being violated, and that the government is failing to protect their health. It is the first time individuals in Germany have taken such action citing human rights legislation.
Source: euobserver
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