Should rivers have duties? Implications of standing for nature

What is it about?

This paper looks at recent efforts around the world to give rivers legal rights, like the right to be protected from pollution. It explores a tricky question: if rivers have rights, do they also have legal duties or responsibilities? Using real-world examples, the authors argue that while rivers should have rights, they should not be held legally responsible like people or corporations can be.

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