In a landmark legal battle, a Belgian farmer, Hugues Falys, is confronting French oil giant TotalEnergies in court, demanding accountability for climate change-induced damages. Supported by Greenpeace, Falys seeks financial compensation and urges the company to reduce its oil and gas production to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. The lawsuit, filed in Tournai, Belgium, represents a growing trend of environmental activists holding major energy corporations responsible for their role in global warming. Falys, addressing a crowd of 50 supporters in the rain, emphasized his goal to compel TotalEnergies to adopt more sustainable practices, particularly for agriculture and society at large. TotalEnergies has not publicly commented on the case but has previously stated its commitment to reducing emissions and investing in renewable energy. This case is part of a broader wave of nearly 100 lawsuits worldwide targeting oil giants like BP, Exxon Mobil, and Shell over the past two decades. A 2023 UN report highlighted a significant increase in such litigation, though none have yet resulted in companies paying for climate-related damages. The hearing is expected to continue until mid-December. Globally, activists have achieved more success in suing governments than corporations. Notable rulings include the Dutch Supreme Court’s 2019 decision affirming climate protection as a human right and a 2021 Paris court ruling that held the French government accountable for climate inaction. Internationally, the UN’s top court recently issued an advisory opinion stating that nations failing to address climate change could face legal consequences. These cases, while still unfolding, are shaping the legal landscape for future climate-related litigation.