The Curious Bipartisan Push for Evidence-Based Policymaking
Despite its popularity, “evidence-based” policymaking is often less rational than it sounds.
Let’s Be Real About State and Local Climate Action
Federal action is key to effectively addressing climate change.
Leading on Climate at Every Level
States and subnationals can rise to the challenges posed by climate change.
Let the Carbon Auctioneer Beware
Study shows that carbon-trading programs may produce less revenue in concentrated markets.
Should We Run Agencies More Like Businesses?
Legal scholar argues for greater reliance on entrepreneurial strategies in regulation.
Screaming “Wildfire” in a Crowded Clean Air Act
Researchers argue for new regulatory treatment of wildfires to improve air quality and public health.
Solar Panels on a Border Wall
Economic, environmental, and policy considerations underlie the President’s “solar wall” proposal.
Rethinking Chemical and Pesticide Regulation
Study advocates for cumulative risk assessment mandates in environmental laws.
The Constitutional Executive Order on Regulatory Budgets
President Trump’s regulation-trimming executive order will likely survive judicial scrutiny despite potential policy objections.
Ordering Agencies to Violate the Law
President Trump’s regulatory budget executive order withholds agency action and harms the American public.
It Is Premature to Label a Regulatory Budget Unconstitutional
The President’s one-in, two-out executive order may be difficult to implement, but it is not unconstitutional.