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Environmental Law: Government and Public Policy Towards the Environment

Environmental Science

Environmental law, or sometimes known as environmental and natural resources law, is a term used to explain regulations, statutes, local, national and international legislation, and treaties designed to protect the environment from damage and to explain the legal consequences of such damage towards governments or private entities or individuals (1).

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March 2018 Updates to the Climate Case Charts

Law Columbia

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a district court decision that vacated the listing of the Arctic ringed seal as threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). DOE estimated that the standards would reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 99 million metric tons and save consumers and businesses $8.4

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September 2021 Updates to the Climate Case Charts

Law Columbia

In addition, the court found that BLM acted contrary to law by failing to consider a statutory directive to give “maximum protection” to surface values in the Teshekpuk Lake Special Area. They asserted claims under the Endangered Species Act, NEPA, the Clean Water Act, and the Administrative Procedure Act.

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Policy News: April 25, 2022

ESA

The order also includes incentives to reduce deforestation internationally and promote economic development in areas heavily dependent on the timber industry. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee : The Senate will hold a confirmation hearing for President Biden’s nominee to be the U.S.

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Special Policy News #7: The Transition

ESA

Carbon dioxide levels in atmosphere reach record high – The Guardian. Big Businesses Say They Want a Price on Carbon – Scientifc American/E&E News. How Mexico’s Vast Tree-Planting Program Ended Up Encouraging Deforestation – Bloomberg Green. More Headlines of Interest. US emissions dropped 1.7 Scientific Community.

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