Friends of the Earth Netherlands filed a new lawsuit against Shell to block all new oil and gas investments. This legal action demands the energy giant cease funding for fossil fuel exploration and production.
The case builds on a 2024 ruling that ordered Shell to reduce carbon emissions. That previous ruling did not set specific targets for halting new production.
Activists argue that continued fossil fuel spending contradicts global climate goals. Shell rejected the lawsuit as unrealistic due to ongoing global demand. The court has not yet scheduled a hearing date, though the verdict could set a significant precedent for the energy sector.