JOURNAL ARTICLE

What the Greenpeace Fine Means For the Future of Activism.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Shah, Simmone 3 of 3

Abstract

This article examines the impact of Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP) on climate activism, focusing on a recent case where the Texas-based pipeline company Energy Transfer was awarded over $660 million against Greenpeace for its involvement in protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline. SLAPP lawsuits are described as legal actions intended to intimidate and financially burden activists and organizations to silence dissent, particularly targeting environmental advocates. Experts warn that such large penalties may deter advocacy groups from speaking out against powerful corporations, while environmental organizations involved affirm their commitment to continue activism despite legal challenges. The article also notes varying anti-SLAPP protections across U.S. states and highlights ongoing legal efforts, including Greenpeace's challenge of the ruling and a related case under the European Union's new anti-SLAPP directive.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2025/03, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:183949243
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