Law Columbia

OCTOBER 20, 2023

In 2010, the parties adopted an assessment framework for determining whether a particular ocean fertilization project involves “legitimate scientific research,” and thus may be allowed. The uncertainty has led some to argue that application of the 2010 assessment framework could discourage private-sector investment in ocean CDR research.

Precautionary Principle 55

Precautionary Principle Carbon Dioxide Ocean Radiation 55

Law Columbia

APRIL 22, 2021

The goal of conferring rights to nature is to secure the highest level of environmental protection under which an ecosystem can thrive and whose rights are not violated. The Supreme Court recognized that these cement plants could cause further depletion of groundwater, among other harmful environmental impacts.

Deforestation 105

Deforestation Climate Change Earth Day Precautionary Principle 105

Law Columbia

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) orders granting three petitions for extensions of small refinery exemptions from renewable fuel standards. Supreme Court of Mexico Rejected Ethanol Fuel Content Hike, Citing Precautionary Principle and Right to a Healthy Environment. Chao , No. 1:19-cv-02826 (D.D.C.).

2020 40

2020 Fossil Fuels Climate Change Greenhouse 40