Guidance Documents and the Regulation of Genetically Modified Foods
Scholars argue that federal agencies should not use guidance documents to regulate controversial issues.
EPA Will Say Anything to Avoid Addressing Climate Change
New carbon rule is entirely at odds with Trump Administration’s earlier rhetoric on the Clean Power Plan.
Could the Common Law Help Combat Climate Change?
Scholars argue that as EPA deregulates, nuisance suits could replace traditional environmental regulation.
Combatting Climate Change with Human Behavior
Scholars explain the benefits of setting “green” products as consumers’ default option.
Can Red and Purple States Go Green?
Scholars argue that state policymaking cannot effectively counteract federal environmental deregulation.
Scrapping Electric Car Tax Credits
President Trump’s 2020 budget seeks to eliminate tax credits for electric vehicles.
Tribal Regulation of Single-Use Plastics
As the federal government and many state governments fail to address plastic waste, Indian tribes become policy innovators.
Poetry Inspires Hope and Climate Action
Poetry can help combat despair and act as a force for optimism and change.
Regulating Alaska’s Salmon
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game monitors effect of hatchery salmon on wild stocks.
Diving Into the Benefits of the Clean Water Act
Scholars explore whether the benefits of the Clean Water Act justify its costs.
Achieving Climate Goals Will Require Sound Energy Storage Policies
Clean energy systems will not reduce emissions unless states promote effective energy storage policies.
Single-Use Plastics Need Comprehensive Federal Legislation
Despite state and local action, more effective reduction of single-use plastics must come from Congress.