Environmental Law Institute

Yard work is closely tied to public health, the environment, wildlife, and worker safety. Across the country, local action is being taken to address the harmful effects of gas-powered leaf blowers and support the electrification of equipment. Our latest blog examines these concerns and explores some of the alternate ways to care for your lawn! https://lnkd.in/eGVnMBVY

We need an equitable environmental movement to build a just and sustainable future. For the past 8 years, @Green 2.0 has held our movement accountable to this promise. Read the 2024 Transparency Report to understand key patterns in equity indicators across environmental organizations. Access the report here: bit.ly/2024-TR #transparencyreport

We’re hiring!   The Environmental Law Institute has open intern and full-time positions for candidates interested in making law work for people, places, and the planet. ELI works on today’s most challenging issues, including climate change; environmental justice; natural resource management; land conservation and smart growth; biodiversity loss and habitat destruction; and air, water, and soil pollution. We’re looking for talented candidates who are committed to our mission and vision.   For more information and to apply, visit https://lnkd.in/emkVNY4.

Across the country, environmental justice laws are being introduced and implemented at the state level. In our latest podcast, ELI’s Environmental Justice Law Clerk Juliette Stanley joins to talk about what these policies look like, their historical significance, and how they might be impacting change nationwide. Listen at https://lnkd.in/eMp2t9E or on your favorite app!

One theme at COP29 was "Peace, Relief, and Recovery,” highlighting the important intersection of climate change and global peace. These discussions addressed the dual challenges of climate vulnerability and conflict, proposing innovative solutions to foster collaboration, resilience, and sustainable development. Join our December 5 webinar “Progress on Peace and Climate at COP29? Looking Ahead to 2025,” for a look at the key takeaways from COP29 and how to further advance considerations of peace and conflict in climate finance and governance. Register here: https://lnkd.in/dzU3SMXQ

As demand for data centers increases, so does concern for their environmental impact. In Northern Virginia, where data centers process nearly 70% of global digital traffic, these concerns hit particularly close to home. Join our webinar on December 6 for a look at what data center growth means for communities, for the energy transition, for environmental policy, and more! Register here: https://lnkd.in/e32HQpTj 

Urban and suburban areas are often home to a variety of wild animals, such as geese and foxes. New research sheds light on how local governments can integrate wild animal welfare considerations into municipal policies and programs, including planning and design of new green spaces, buildings, and roads. Join our webinar for a look at how local governments can take actions that benefit their residents, urban wildlife, and the environment! https://lnkd.in/eW7yjp8P

Last week the D.C. Circuit ruled that the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) has no regulatory authority in implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). What does this decision mean for environmental practitioners and policymakers? In our latest blog, staff attorney Jarryd Page offers some reflections on the potential impacts of such a fundamental shift. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eEd5uvhS

Methane emissions account for roughly 16% of global greenhouse gas emissions and around 30% of the current rise in global temperature. The Methane Emissions Reduction Program (created by the Inflation Reduction Act) offers new pathways to reduce these harmful emissions, including through supporting methane monitoring and technology development. Join our expert panel to explore the role of third-party monitoring technology in reducing methane emissions in the US! Register for Thursday's event here: https://lnkd.in/e4uPc6nJ Panelists: Ethan Shenkman, Partner, Arnold & Porter, Moderator Robert Kester, Chief Technology Officer - Emissions, Honeywell Carrie Jenks, Executive Director, Environmental & Energy Law Program, Harvard Law School Erin Tullos, PhD, Senior Research Fellow, Energy Emissions Modeling and Data Lab of UT Austin Rosalie Winn, Director and Lead Counsel, Methane and Clean Air Policy, Environmental Defense Fund

Our research associates are critical to the work we do as an organization. In their two years at ELI, they have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects and explore different career paths. Last year’s cohort joins the podcast to talk about their experiences at ELI and what they will take with them moving forward. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eMp2t9E