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Suncor Energy, Inc. v. Commissioners of Boulder County (25-170) - Certiorari Granted

The Supreme Court granted certiorari to review whether federal law precludes state-law claims seeking relief for injuries allegedly caused by the effects of interstate and international greenhouse-gas emissions on the global climate. The Court also directed parties to brief and argue whether it has statutory and Article III jurisdiction to hear the case.

Supreme Court of the United States

Date Added

26 May 2026 at 17:30:34

Why it matters

This pending case will address the scope of federal preemption over state environmental claims related to climate change and greenhouse gas emissions, with potential implications for ESG litigation and greenwashing enforcement.

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