Oh United Kingdom And this United States They are among the few countries that will withdraw support for a proposal put forward by them United Nations It will recognize a safe and healthy environment as a human right, provoking criticism that they are undermining their own promises ahead of the Glasgow Climate Conference.
The Diplomatic Council said Human rights The UN, based in Geneva, is expected to adopt the resolution by this weekend, despite opposition parties calling for a referendum, which includes Costa Rica, Malvinas and Switzerland.
Environmental activists say the resolution will put pressure on countries to join the more than 100 countries that have already recognized the legal right to a healthier environment.
Although the resolution is not binding, prosecutors say it will shape the rules and help activists formulate arguments in climate-related cases.
A World Health Organization (WHO) It is estimated that about 13.7 million deaths per year, or 24.3% of the total, are caused by environmental hazards such as air pollution and exposure to chemical agents.
“At the national level, this right makes governments accountable for making changes to the people, especially those who are vulnerable to environmental damage or climate change,” said Mark Limon of the Global Rights Group Think Tank.
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