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Paris court gives French oil company TotalEnergies 6 months to tighten its climate policies
By Molly Quell, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 25, 2026
· 4 min read
A court in Paris ruled on Thursday that energy company TotalEnergies must account for its consumers' greenhouse gas emissions, giving the French oil giant six months to report the environmental risks caused by the consumption of its gas and oil products.The decision, which comes amid a record hea...
Key takeaway It also said it has expanded development of other energy sources and reduced emissions of its operations by 28% since 2015.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio 's own experience with extreme heat waves makes the Paris court's ruling on TotalEnergies particularly relevant to local residents. As Europe faces record-breaking temperatures, San Antonio has also struggled with heat-related illnesses and deaths in recent years. The city's location in a region prone to drought and extreme heat makes it vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. While the Paris court's decision does not directly affect San Antonio, it sets a precedent for holding corporations accountable for their role in climate change. This could have implications for local businesses and industries that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. As San Antonio continues to grow and develop, the city's leaders will need to consider the environmental risks associated with new projects and investments, and the Paris court's ruling may inform their decision-making. The ruling's emphasis on corporate responsibility for environmental risks may also resonate with local environmental groups and activists.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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