A Peruvian farmer who says German energy giant RWE's emissions have contributed to the melting of Andean glaciers, increasing the flood risk to his home, took his case to court on Monday in a hearing that could set a precedent for climate litigation.

A Peruvian farmer, Saul Luciano Lliuya, is suing German energy giant RWE, claiming its emissions have contributed to the melting of Andean glaciers, increasing flood risk to his home. If successful, this case could set a precedent in climate litigation by holding companies accountable for past emissions.

The case has taken nearly 10 years to be heard with judges travelling to Peru to visit his village. View on euronews