Equity and the interest of future generations

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Environmental law is not oblivious to future generations and the protection of their interests, on the contrary future generations are frequently mentioned in environmental legal documents. Legal experts have developed the theoretical groundwork required to conceptualise intergenerational equity. However, the main objective is to effectively protect the interests of future generations. The unresolved obstacle of their legal representation in the present makes it difficult to render justice on their behalf.1. The legal existence of future generations1.1 Future generations in international law1.2 Future generations in national law2. Theoretical developments to protect the interests of future generations2.1 Intergenerational equity2.2 Rights for future generations2.3 Emerging principles ?3. Potentiel solutions to effectively protect the interest of future generations3.1 Ombudspersons for future generations3.2 Judges and future generations