Environment

When Management-Based Regulation Goes Global

When Management-Based Regulation Goes Global

The Paris Agreement’s management-based approach to climate change will likely face significant challenges.

The Legal Structure of the Paris Agreement

The Legal Structure of the Paris Agreement

Even with legally non-binding commitments, the Paris Agreement may help fight climate change.

Will the Paris Agreement Make a Difference?

Will the Paris Agreement Make a Difference?

The Regulatory Review features leading experts’ views on the success of the Paris Agreement.

Could Judges Solve Climate Problems?

Could Judges Solve Climate Problems?

A Penn panel discussion sparked a lively debate about whether courts should shape environmental policy.

A Message of Hope and Caution for Global Climate Negotiations

A Message of Hope and Caution for Global Climate Negotiations

Australian senator speaks at Penn Law on creating an international climate agreement.

Climate Change and National Security

Climate Change and National Security

Scholar highlights the national security concerns connected with a changing climate.

Climate Change Regulations for the 21st Century

Climate Change Regulations for the 21st Century

A recent PPR seminar explored environmental policies based on innovation and results.

Can Food Safety Regulations Lead to Environmental Harm?

Can Food Safety Regulations Lead to Environmental Harm?

Scholar argues that new food safety regime sacrifices environmental well-being.

Supreme Court Mulls Price of Not Using Power

Supreme Court Mulls Price of Not Using Power

Electricity regulator wants strong incentive to conserve, but one business group says the government is overreaching.

Fighting over Front Yards

Fighting over Front Yards

California lawmakers endorse statewide approach to regulating drought-resistant “lawns.”

How Should the Federal Government Fight Fires?

How Should the Federal Government Fight Fires?

Despite improvements, agencies should develop consistent policies.

Finding Common Ground on the Impacts of Air Pollution Regulation

Finding Common Ground on the Impacts of Air Pollution Regulation

New study suggests some of the debate over environmental regulation stems from data differences.