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Israel's High Court Demands Climate Policy Clarification by June

2/25/2026

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On February 24, 2026, Israel's High Court of Justice ordered the government to clarify its climate policy, focusing on the 2030 target.
The court set a June 26, 2026 deadline for responses from relevant ministers.
Environmental groups petitioned why the target is 27% versus the UN's 43%, arguing the plan does not align with the Paris Agreement.
Meanwhile, a controversial climate bill has stalled in the Knesset since April 2024.

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On February 24, 2026, Israel's High Court of Justice ordered the government to clarify its climate policy, focusing on the 2030 target.
The court set a June 26, 2026 deadline for responses from relevant ministers.
Environmental groups petitioned why the target is 27% versus the UN's 43%, arguing the plan does not align with the Paris Agreement.
Meanwhile, a controversial climate bill has stalled in the Knesset since April 2024.