Could company executives really be sued for causing climate change?

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NGOs ask fossil fuel majors to clarify who would pay if they face legal action for emitting greenhouse gases

Chief executives from some of the world's largest fossil fuel majors and insurance companies have come under pressure to explain whether they would be liable should they face legal action for contributing...

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