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EPA Finds Evidence of Racial Discrimination in Cancer Alley

EPA Finds Evidence of Racial Discrimination in Cancer Alley

Black Louisiana residents have been disproportionately burdened by hazardous industrial air pollutants.

Think Globally on Climate, Act Locally on Leaf Blowers

Think Globally on Climate, Act Locally on Leaf Blowers

Restricting gas-powered leaf blowers can positively affect the health of people and the planet.

How to Delegate Authority for Climate Action

How to Delegate Authority for Climate Action

Scholar advocates the use of foreign policy authority for executive branch climate action.

EPA Creates New Environmental Justice Office

EPA Creates New Environmental Justice Office

A new office within EPA aims to make racial equity a key element in environmental rulemaking.

The Supreme Court’s Climate Ruling is Not a Calamity

The Supreme Court’s Climate Ruling is Not a Calamity

Supreme Court decision hinders but does not halt agency action to address climate change.

Major Questions About Climate Regulation

Major Questions About Climate Regulation

Scholars argue that attacks on the constitutionality of federal climate change regulations distort the major questions doctrine.

Do Not Blame Us

Do Not Blame Us

Court disregards the Clean Air Act’s clear language in applying the major questions doctrine to curb EPA’s climate authority.

Nostalgia for Agency Expertise

Nostalgia for Agency Expertise

Calls for more deference to agency expertise derive from an unrealistic view of executive policymaking.

Toxic Floods Create Pressing Regulatory Needs

Toxic Floods Create Pressing Regulatory Needs

Scholar argues that existing chemical safety regulations fail to prevent hazardous material spills during floods.

Addressing the Dangers of Forever Chemicals

Addressing the Dangers of Forever Chemicals

Experts discuss regulatory options for PFAS chemical contamination control.

The Truth About Toxic Prisons

The Truth About Toxic Prisons

Scholar argues that many U.S. prisons are built on hazardous waste sites and lack oversight.

Regulating Methane Emissions

Regulating Methane Emissions

Scholars discuss regulating methane emissions released by industry activity.