A German court rejected a Peruvian farmer's lawsuit against RWE, a German energy giant, for its contribution to glacier melting and increased flood risk in his hometown. Saúl Luciano Lliuya sought €17,000 for flood defenses, arguing RWE's emissions exacerbated the threat. While dismissing the case due to insufficient risk, the court acknowledged that companies can be held responsible for emission-related costs. The case, a landmark climate change lawsuit, ended a 10-year legal battle, though climate groups celebrate the court's acknowledgement of corporate responsibility.

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