David Boyd
David Boyd is the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights and the environment, recognized for his work in examining the intersection of environmental issues and human rights. In 2023, he reported on how investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) mechanisms have hindered climate action in several countries, highlighting the perverse implications of these legal frameworks on governments seeking to implement environmental policies. Boyd's advocacy focuses on promoting accountability and transparency in environmental governance.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monaco | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 39,242 | 32 | $7,800 | 6$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 8.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 76,170 | $280,000 | 97$ |
| Totals | 2 | 220,931,573 | 76,202 | $287,800 | 103$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Monaco:
David Boyd, the former UN special rapporteur on human rights and the environment, called the decision a historic victory for climate justice.
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Pakistan:
David Boyd, a former UN special rapporteur, said the court's opinion could catalyze climate action.
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South Africa:
David Boyd is the UN special rapporteur for human rights and the environment.
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United Kingdom:
A 2023 UN report by David Boyd, the special rapporteur on human rights and the environment, found Denmark, New Zealand and France had limited their climate policies because of the threat of ISDS.
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