Focus on environmental law, featuring Anne-Sophie Julienne, Barrister at law, Afralaw Chambers скачать в хорошем качестве

Focus on environmental law, featuring Anne-Sophie Julienne, Barrister at law, Afralaw Chambers

The responsibility to care for the environment belongs to each one of us. With the responsibility comes a duty - for those whose mission is to provide a platform for the protection of the environment - to act when such protection is in peril. In this week’s special focus episode, we're honoured to welcome Anne-Sophie Jullienne, Barrister-at-Law, who was advocated on behalf of Eco-Sud before the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council in what stands as a landmark decision in Mauritian environmental law. In its 2024 judgment, the Privy Council affirmed that NGOs like Eco-Sud — with genuine expertise, a history of engagement, and a clear commitment to environmental stewardship — have the right to challenge environmental decisions, even if they lack direct economic or proprietary interests. The ruling has been hailed as a turning point for environmental justice and access to the courts in Mauritius. 🎙 In our conversation, we also explore: 💡 The broader impact of the Eco-Sud judgment 💡 What it means to practise environmental law in Mauritius today 💡 The key changes brought by the Environment Act 2024 💡 How we can strengthen accountability and transparency in environmental governance 💡 The value and role of pro bono work in shaping public interest law 💡 The experience of appearing before the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council 00:00 - Intro 01:58 - Why environmental law? 03:34 - Challenges of practising environmental law 06:54 - What is an Environmental Impact Assessment? 10:58 - Why Ecosud is a landmark judgment 15:15 - Proceeding with the works pending a claim 16:16 - Impact of Ecosud on real estate projects 18:18 - Accountability of authorities 20:38 - Environment Act 2024 24:58 - Value of practising environmental law 29:35 - Appearing before the JCPC 34:10 - Advice to the young generation