Islamic Law and Climate Governance: A Study on Emission Reduction and Environmental Stewardship Obligations for Muslims

Abstract

This study examines the role of Islamic law in supporting climate governance, particularly in the reduction of carbon emissions and the promotion of environmentally responsible behavior among Muslim communities. The research aims to analyze how key Islamic legal principles such as maqāṣid al-sharī‘ah, the prohibition of harm (lā ḍarar wa lā ḍirār), and stewardship of the earth (khilāfah) can strengthen contemporary environmental policies. Using a qualitative normative method, data were collected through literature reviews of classical Islamic texts, modern fatwas, climate governance frameworks, and international environmental agreements. Data were analyzed using content analysis to identify convergences between Islamic teachings and climate mitigation strategies. The findings show that Islamic law provides strong ethical and legal foundations for emission reduction, resource conservation, and ecological accountability. This study concludes by recommending the integration of Islamic environmental jurisprudence into policy formulation and further empirical research on its implementation at the community level.