Solar Energy — Key Discoveries

Key Discoveries

M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Oleum Gas Leak Case)

1986

While not directly about solar energy, this landmark judgment by the Supreme Court established the principle of 'Absolute Liability' for industries engaged in hazardous…

T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad v. Union of India (Forest Conservation Case)

1996 onwards

This series of judgments by the Supreme Court significantly expanded the scope of forest protection and conservation in India. It led to stricter regulations on land diversion for…

Common Cause v. Union of India (Right to Clean Air and Water)

2018

While not a single judgment, various pronouncements by the Supreme Court and High Courts have reinforced the fundamental right to clean air and water as integral to Article 21.…