Department of Energy Announces Solar Energy Investments
DOE seeks to invest in technologies to make solar energy more cost-effective.
Agencies Double Fuel Economy Standards
EPA and NHTSA require an average of 54.5 mpg for vehicles by 2025.
The “α-Precautionary Principle”: Weighing Optimism against Pessimism
Law professor proposes a new tool to analyze potentially catastrophic uncertainties.
Ryan’s Record on Regulation
Presumptive Republican veep nominee has proposed cutting agency funding and deregulating industries.
The Need to Protect Health from Fine Particles
EPA must articulate and justify how its ozone decisions protect the public health.
From Rhetoric to Action
Presidential nominee Mitt Romney would need congressional support for his regulatory reform proposals.
Congressional Hearing Highlights EPA Oversight of Hydraulic Fracturing
House subcommittee hears economic and health arguments about fracking.
Hydrokinetics: Generating Power from Water
Congress and FERC act to promote the development of hydrokinetic power.
Resources versus Reputation in “Voluntary Regulation”
Study finds states more than feds rely on economic incentives to encourage compliance.
EPA and Commerce Department Announce Environmental Technologies Export Initiative
Web-based tool will aim to help environmental firms export technologies and services.
Increasing Enforcement to Reduce Pollution
Research finds decreased pollution after agencies take enforcement actions.
A Polycentric Approach to Addressing Climate Change
Law professor proposes tackling climate change with a “bottom-up” approach.