Environment

The Legal Risks of Regulating Climate Change at the Subnational Level

The Legal Risks of Regulating Climate Change at the Subnational Level

State and local regulators will face challenges in trying to pick up the slack after a federal withdrawal from the Paris Agreement.

Regulation and the Local Food Movement

Regulation and the Local Food Movement

New study suggests that cities can encourage local food production and consumption through smarter regulations.

Do Not Forget to Wear a Hat

Do Not Forget to Wear a Hat

EPA provides advice instead of regulation in the new nanny state.

Can States Convince People to Recycle?

Can States Convince People to Recycle?

Research suggests recycling laws may turn people into “committed” recyclers.

Screaming “Wildfire” in a Crowded Clean Air Act

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

Solar Panels on a Border Wall

Economic, environmental, and policy considerations underlie the President’s “solar wall” proposal.

Rethinking Chemical and Pesticide Regulation

Rethinking Chemical and Pesticide Regulation

Study advocates for cumulative risk assessment mandates in environmental laws.

Why a Retreat from Paris Now?

Why a Retreat from Paris Now?

Political science models may help explain the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement.

The Impact of Waiving Environmental Regulations

The Impact of Waiving Environmental Regulations

Recent PPR seminar examines effects on air quality and fuel prices from waiving environmental regulations.

Reasons for Optimism in the Paris Agreement

Reasons for Optimism in the Paris Agreement

Both governments and businesses show commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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 Paris Agreement Delivers a Champagne Moment

The Paris Agreement Delivers a Champagne Moment

The Paris Agreement’s modesty represents an important step forward in addressing climate change.