Ep2: Criminalising Ecocide: A Path to Sustainable Justice with JoJo Mehta

If I Ruled the World by Gillian Burke

In this compelling episode, Gillian welcomes JoJo Mehta, co-founder and Executive Director of Stop Ecocide International. Join us as we explore the pressing concept of 'Ecocide' and its potential recognition as a criminal act under international law. JoJo discusses the transformative impact such legislation could have on environmental practices and the path to sustainable solutions.

Key Takeaways:

1. Understanding Ecocide:
   • Introduction to the concept of 'Ecocide' and its importance.
   • Advocating for its recognition as a criminal act under international law.
2. Legislation for Environmental Change:
   • The need for Ecocide laws to alter harmful environmental practices.
   • How such legislation can encourage creative and sustainable solutions.
3. Case Study - The UK's HS2 Express Railway:
   • Illustrating the potential outcomes under Ecocide laws with the example of the HS2 Express Railway project.
   • Discussing how different decision-making could be with such legal guidance.
4. Influence Across Sectors:
   • The potential impact of Ecocide laws on various sectors including corporate, agriculture, and industrial.
   • Exploring how these laws could reshape environmental strategies and responsibilities.
5. Ethical Obligations and Natural Regeneration:
   • Discussing the ethical responsibilities of corporations in the context of Ecocide laws.
   • The role and capacity of natural regeneration as a key element in achieving sustainable goals.
6. Optimism for a Sustainable Future:
   • JoJo's optimism about the wide-scale impact of Ecocide laws.
   • Envisioning their contribution to a sustainable and shared future.

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• JoJo Mehta - Stop Ecocide Website

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Edited by Jake-Lee Savage