Swiss court to hear climate case against Holcim over rising sea levels

A Swiss court is set to hear a significant climate case against the cement company Holcim, which is accused of contributing to rising sea levels that are threatening an Indonesian island. The case highlights the cement industry"s responsibility for approximately eight percent of annual CO2 emissions and argues that Holcim should be held accountable for its environmental impact.

It is important to note that Holcim has not owned any cement plants in Indonesia since 2019.

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