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Microplastics in the Lungs: The Next Asbestos or Are We Just Catastrophizing?

Law and Environment

Two developments this week got me thinking about how our government deals – or fails to deal – with risk. EPA’s authority for doing so is the Toxic Substances Control Act which provides that: . At the same time, the “precautionary principle” is not a sound basis for regulations.

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Environmental Law: Government and Public Policy Towards the Environment

Environmental Science

What is Environmental Law? Humanity has been aware of its environment far longer than there have been laws to protect environments. However, the term “environmental law” does not just cover government legislation. These are not “laws” per se but act as such within a regulatory framework. Sponsored Content.