In a landmark case, 300 young activists have taken the Swedish state to court, demanding it enforces stricter climate measures to protect their human rights as per the European Convention.

The Supreme Court of Sweden is now set to decide whether to hear their case, a move that comes in the wake of the European Court of Human Rights condemning Switzerland for insufficient climate action.

The activists, part of the Aurora group, argue that the government's inadequate response to climate change violates their rights, highlighting the urgency of the climate crisis.

This case is part of a growing global movement where citizens are increasingly turning to the judiciary to hold their governments accountable for climate inaction.

The outcome could set a significant precedent for climate litigation across Europe.