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SDSN September 2017 Events Summary

Sustainable Development Network

The 72 nd Regular Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 72) opened at UN Headquarters on Tuesday, September 13, 2017. The General Debate of UNGA 72 opened on September 19, 2017. A lively discussion ensued with the Permanent Representatives on how universities can best support the implementation of the SDGs.

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‘Transnational Exchange’ Influencing Climate Litigation Outcomes

Chris Hall

Further, a recent report by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law at Columbia University, showed that climate litigation is becoming an integral part of securing climate action and justice.