Planning Law and Climate Change

Planning Law and Climate Change

In the fourth event in the Cambridge Seminar Series on Law and the Climate Crisis, Ruth Keating will talk planning law and climate change. Come to Hughes Hall to hear Ruth speak at 4pm on 2 December, and stay for free drinks and networking afterwards.

Seminar synopsis:

This seminar will explore the critical intersection of planning law and climate change. With the escalating impacts of climate change, planning law has an important role to play in mitigating risks and promoting sustainable development. The seminar will focus on key cases – including the landmark decision in the Supreme Court in Finch – and legal frameworks, such as the Environmental Impact Assessment and Strategic Environmental Assessment regimes. Finally, the talk will address emerging challenges in bringing litigation in this area.

About the speaker:

Ruth Keating is a barrister with 39 Essex Chambers, with a particular interest in energy and construction disputes, commercial, environmental and public law.