Environment

Domestic Animals, Wild Emissions

Domestic Animals, Wild Emissions

Scholars address regulatory struggles to rein in greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture.

Is the Welfare State Ready for the Climate Crisis?

Is the Welfare State Ready for the Climate Crisis?

Scholar advocates making disaster assistance more reliable, accessible, and portable.

The Pervasive Problem of Forever Chemicals

The Pervasive Problem of Forever Chemicals

Experts discuss challenges in regulating PFAS chemicals and suggest opportunities for finding solutions.

Improving Community Involvement in Air Pollution Permitting

Improving Community Involvement in Air Pollution Permitting

Scholar argues that technical assistance grants can spur meaningful involvement in permit decisions.

Technology, Not Subsidies, Is the Key to Electrification

Technology, Not Subsidies, Is the Key to Electrification

Proponents of electrification often overlook its economic drawbacks, including inefficiencies from subsidizing new technologies.

Leveraging Nature-Based Solutions to Tackle Climate Change

Leveraging Nature-Based Solutions to Tackle Climate Change

New joint agency report recommends nature-based solutions to protect frontline communities from climate risks.

The Green Clash Between Renewables and Conservation

The Green Clash Between Renewables and Conservation

Scholars argue that federal agencies can conserve land and still increase renewable energy output.

Confronting the Public Health Threat of Septic Tanks

Confronting the Public Health Threat of Septic Tanks

As climate change amplifies the risks of septic tanks, lawmakers must act to protect their communities.

Electrifying Environmental Justice

Electrifying Environmental Justice

Scholar urges federal land regulators to protect Native American communities from mining harms expected from the transition to electric vehicles.

Solving the Pedestrian Safety Crisis

Solving the Pedestrian Safety Crisis

Scholar explains how NHTSA can regulate to ensure pedestrian safety.

Swimming Upstream Amid Climate Change

Swimming Upstream Amid Climate Change

Scholar discusses possible legal avenues to support salmon conservation during climate change.

Promoting the Climate Benefits of Marine Aquaculture

Promoting the Climate Benefits of Marine Aquaculture

Scholar explores how kelp and shellfish farms can support U.S. climate goals.