Supreme Court Justice Alito Recuses from Major Climate Case Involving Energy Giants

Justice Alito recuses from climate case involving Suncor and Exxon. Supreme Court to decide jurisdiction and impact on similar lawsuits.

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September 29, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, United States — Justice Samuel Alito has stepped away from a landmark climate change lawsuit involving two major energy firms, according to an official letter from the Supreme Court released Monday.

The one-sentence message, signed by Supreme Court Clerk Scott Harris, states that Alito will no longer be involved in the case. While no explanation was given for his decision, it is believed to stem from his financial interests in oil and gas companies, as revealed in his 2025 disclosure report.

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The case, which involves Suncor Energy and Exxon Mobil, centers on a 2018 lawsuit filed by Boulder, Colorado, and its county. The local government claims the energy companies contributed to climate change through their fossil fuel activities, leading to billions in damages. The Supreme Court is set to determine whether the case should proceed in state court and whether it has authority over the matter.

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