The panel discussion brought together different perspectives on ongoing debates regarding climate justice. Simon Kräuchi from the University of Fribourg explored climate justice in terms of historical justice and distributive justice, linking these to three important policy areas where climate justice might apply: mitigation, adaptation as well as loss and damages. Philosopher Angela Martin spoke about the role of animals in climate justice, arguing that reducing or eliminating animal products is a key leverage point to addressing climate change. She also highlighted that animals are often overlooked victims of climate change, as not all animals will be able to adapt easily. Next, Joie Chowdhury from the Center for International Environmental Law discussed climate litigation as an instrument to put pressure on states and corporations. She argued that while litigation can lay critical groundwork and provide an important foundation for accountability, it must be combined with climate movements to drive change. Johannes Wendland from the Hilfswerk der Evangelisch-reformierten Kirche Schweiz talked about a specific case where four fishermen and women from Indonesia decided to take legal action against Holcim which is the world’s largest cement manufacturer. He highlighted that litigation cases can not only spark legal debates about compensation, but also influence public and political debates. Lastly, a politically engaged person from WaldStattRepression, a Swiss Climate Activist Group, spoke about the occupation of a forest near Zurich and about the repression activists faced by the police and the state. During the following panel discussion between the participants, some emphasized the need for legal action as a tool of resistance, while others warned against relying on a system that upholds the status quo. While law can create evidence and hold corporations accountable, climate justice requires broader system change and intersectional activism. ◼︎