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Cornerstone Climate is a cross-disciplinary practice group for environment law, climate change litigation and advice drawing on our award-winning planning, environment, property, commercial, regulatory and public law teams.

Our barristers are frequently involved in major climate cases, both in court and at public inquiry.

Home to a number of environmental practitioners with extensive knowledge of renewable energy, Environmental Impact Assessments and habitats. Clients note that they are "sharp and intuitive" and provide "excellent results".
— Chambers UK Bar, 2025

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Cornerstone Barristers has a strong track record of involvement in climate cases and of giving strategic, carbon-literate advice, including to all levels of government and internationally. We are recognised for our ability to navigate complex environmental regulations and contribute to the development of climate policy.

Our barristers have been represented on both sides of the two main climate change cases in the UK in 2024; the Carbon Budget Delivery Plan challenge and the Finch litigation in the Supreme Court, as well as representing in one of the largest private law environmental cases, the Mariana case concerning the collapse of the Fundão Dam in Brazil.

Our aim is to fortify and expand the services we provide clients on climate and biodiversity matters, as well as to act as a hub bringing together professionals from across the construction, development, public policy and commercial worlds to share best practice and insight, hosting regular in person and online events.

Legal Challenges

Cornerstone Barristers has some of the most highly regarded barristers involved in environmental legal challenges, frequently instructed in high profile cases at the Supreme Court, High Court and Court of Appeal.

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National and Local Policy

We can advise clients on subjects including: developing and implementing net zero planning policy; Planning policies addressing demolition; EU Emissions Trading Scheme; Nutrient neutrality and much more.

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International Climate Law

Explore how Cornerstone Barristers is shaping global climate justice through legal advocacy, strategic litigation, and expert contributions to international environmental law and policy.

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Infrastructure

Discover how Cornerstone Barristers supports major infrastructure projects across the UK, providing expert legal guidance on planning, environmental impact, and carbon considerations for developments from nuclear power to EV charging and renewable energy.

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Renewable energy

Explore how Cornerstone Barristers is driving the UK’s transition to clean energy by advising on major solar and offshore wind projects, representing both developers and local authorities in key renewable energy cases nationwide.

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Aviation

Learn how Cornerstone Barristers is at the forefront of aviation law, representing communities, councils, and stakeholders in major legal challenges to airport expansions and aviation-related developments with a focus on climate, environmental, and public health impacts.

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