Union of Concerned Scientists
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
The foundational document of international human rights law is the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Flooding, coastal erosion, wildfires, thawing permafrost, and extreme weather events are causing unprecedented loss and damage of places and customs.
Law Columbia
APRIL 9, 2024
This is why the Verfassungsblog and the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law’s Climate Law Blog organized a joint blog symposium at short notice. There is no doubt that today’s judgments will keep scholars and practitioners of human rights and climate law busy for some time.
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The Energy Law Blog
OCTOBER 2, 2020
Moreover, in addition to climate change litigation, the Supreme Court’s review could have a significant impact on Louisiana’s coastal erosion litigation, where energy companies have asserted similar arguments when removing those 42 cases. Consequently, this Supreme Court decision will definitely be one to watch in the upcoming term.
The Energy Law Blog
OCTOBER 2, 2020
Moreover, in addition to climate change litigation, the Supreme Court’s review could have a significant impact on Louisiana’s coastal erosion litigation, where energy companies have asserted similar arguments when removing those 42 cases. Consequently, this Supreme Court decision will definitely be one to watch in the upcoming term.
Law Columbia
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
Dense seaweed areas may be able to protect other organisms from ocean acidification, can provide oxygen-rich habitats, and can buffer against coastal erosion. federal laws dealing specifically with seaweed cultivation, various general environmental and other laws could apply to projects. Potentially applicable U.S.
Circle of Blue
MARCH 6, 2023
In an effort to slow coastal erosion, $74 million will be used to build islands and rubble reefs in Illinois Beach State Park. Twenty-seven states — including Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin, all of which had no laws or regulations at all — received an ‘F’ grade. Minnesota, Illinois, and Indiana were given ‘D’ grades.
Greenbuilding Law
FEBRUARY 25, 2024
The Governor articulated in the legislation, “that Hawaii’s natural environment faces significant pressure from climate change and the heavy use it receives from persons traveling to enjoy the State’s natural resources.
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