Supreme Court to Hear Major Climate Change Case in Upcoming Term

The Supreme Court will begin its next term on October 5, 2026, with significant cases including climate change lawsuits and immigration issues. The court will hear arguments in the case of Suncor Energy v. County Commissioners of Boulder County, which involves a lawsuit from Boulder County, Colorado, aiming to hold oil companies accountable for their alleged contributions to global climate change. This case could impact similar lawsuits across the country. Other cases scheduled for the opening week include Anderson v. Intel Corp. Investment Policy Comm. regarding a retirement plan fund and Dept. of Air Force v. Guahan, which concerns environmental challenges related to unexploded artillery in Guam. The second week will feature arguments in Beaird v. United States and Genalo v. Black, the latter addressing the detention of criminal immigrants awaiting removal proceedings. The court plans to conduct seven two-week oral argument sessions from October to April, with additional cases to be announced later.