In the United States, the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court recently denied a lawsuit filed by 22 youth plaintiffs represented by Our Children, who challenged executive orders issued during Donald Trump's presidency that affect national energy policy.

The lawsuit was previously dismissed by a district court, which noted the complexity and prolonged nature of such disputes. Supporters of the lawsuit argue the executive orders undermine climate protections, while opponents contend the courts should not intervene in these policy decisions.

The appeals court's ruling maintains the lower court's position, leaving the legal challenge unresolved at this stage.