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U.S. Climate Law: A Broad & Rapidly Growing Field

Legal Planet

Climate change as reason for threatened or endangered status under Endangered Species Act. Investment and incentives for clean technologies under the Inflation Reduction Act. Climate change as substantial impact requiring discussion in environmental impact statement. Federal energy policy A. Takings issues VII.

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Environmental Law: Government and Public Policy Towards the Environment

Environmental Science

Greenhouse gas : A group of gases known to be responsible for increasing the “greenhouse effect” - that is, gases that absorb infrared radiation and increase atmospheric density. Ozone layer : A protective layer of gas in the upper atmosphere that absorbs the sun's must harmful radiation.

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ESA Policy News: March 6, 2023

ESA

Congress House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee votes to nullify Clean Water Act rule using the Congressional Review Act. Executive Branch USFWS proposes listing two populations of California spotted owl under the Endangered Species Act. States Washington state holds carbon allowance auction.

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