It's now a legal problem (about corporate liability for greenhouse emissions) Author Healy K., Tapick J. Journal/Series The Environmental Forum | Vol. 20(6); 30 - 35; 6 p. Date 2003 Source IUCN (ID: ANA-071021) Publisher | Place of publication Environmental Law Institute | Washington, DC, USA Document type Article in periodical Language English Country/Territory United States of America Subject Air & atmosphere Keyword Liability/compensation Emissions Abstract Real issues of liability are looming for firms that emit greenhouse gases or manufacture products that do. Boards and officers face potential legal exposure based on their fiduciary responsibilities to protect assets by reducing risk and directing capital investment. And assets are increasingly affected by the public, including shareholderss who are organising to pressure exposed companies. It is time for lawyers to get into the fray