The energy company appealed after it had been ordered to cut its carbon emissions by net 45% by 2030 compared to 2019 levels.

Dutch appeals court overturns landmark ruling that ordered energy firm Shell to cut its carbon emissions by 45% by 2030

In 2021, The Hague District Court ordered Shell to cut its carbon emissions by 45% by 2030, but appeals judges ruled that if Shell reduces its emissions, other companies would simply fill the void.