Environment

A new recycling law faces criticism from environmental groups and praise from plastics manufacturers.

In a recent case, the Supreme Court failed to address the purpose of exemptions from EPA’s renewable fuel standard.

Scientific research generated by civil settlements could help drive future EPA regulation.

Gotham’s landmark climate ordinance targets landlords but may benefit renters.

Scholar argues that historic landmark preservation law must address the impact of climate change.

Scholars criticize public lands policy that requires use and development at the expense of conservation.

A federal compromise with industry and conservationists aims to preserve a disappearing species and ecosystem.

Scholars argue that the Interior Secretary has authority to terminate fossil fuel leases on public lands.

Can the Endangered Species Act be used to protect future species?

Regulations on decontaminating former meth labs vary across federal and state governments.

Regulatory reversals raise questions about future oil development in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

Despite some scholars’ criticisms, the social cost of carbon is a useful tool for crafting U.S. climate policy.