Students at US universities file legal complaints over fossil fuel investments
Organizers at Columbia, Tulane and the University of Virginia write to attorneys general arguing schools’ investments are illegal
Stay updated with breaking news from Maille Bowerman. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
Organizers at Columbia, Tulane and the University of Virginia write to attorneys general arguing schools’ investments are illegal
Though the Committee could not vote formally on the proposal due to lack of quorum, Committee members considered the course’s implementation
Students also voted to pass the referenda put forth by the Honor Committee, which outlines a multi-sanction system, one of the single largest changes to the Honor system since its adoption of a formal constitution in 1977.
“It just feels like an oxymoron to responsibly invest in fossil fuels. One of the principles is fossil fuel producers must safeguard the environment. When has a fossil fuel company