This Article provides a comprehensive survey of the roles attribution science plays in climate change law and litigation.
Michael Burger, Jessica Wentz and Radley HortonFebruary 2, 2020
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides technical assistance to states to develop State Hazard Mitigation Plans (SHMPs) which serve as “blueprints” for state efforts to prepare for natural and man-made hazards. This report analyzes SHMPs issued since 2014 and assesses their compliance with the 2016 FEMA Climate Guidance. The…
Dena Adler and Emma GoslinerSeptember 16, 2019
This paper discusses the substantial improvement/damage (SI/SD) standard in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) which requires property owners making significant improvements or repairs to structures in areas most vulnerable to flooding to take certain measures to mitigate their risk. It also surveys more rigorous SI/SD standards adopted by NFIP…
Dena Adler and Joel ScataJanuary 22, 2019
This report follows TCFD's framework for disclosure and provides support and guidance to oil and gas companies and investors for how to put the TCFD framework to use for disclosure of methane emissions.
Andrew Logan, Sean Allen, Sean Wright and Kate GaumondOctober 17, 2018
This report aims to assist policymakers in understanding grid resilience and evaluating potential interventions aimed at improving grid resilience. It develops a definition of resilience grounded in academic literature; describes a methodology for calculating the costs and benefits of potential grid resilience improvements; identifies legal authorities that states and federal…
Burcin Unel and Avi ZevinAugust 1, 2018
This report discusses recommendations for grid operator climate change planning.
Justin Gundlach and Romany WebbFebruary 20, 2018
This report reviews 13 behavioral tools that can be used by government agencies, utilities, and energy-related businesses as a complement to government regulation and market-based policies to increase consumers' conservation of energy and other resources.
Michael Vandenbergh and OthersJanuary 1, 2017
This paper discusses how climate change will impact operation of the electric grid. It also explores proposals for adaptation to climate change and opportunities for advocates to push for their adoption.
Payal Nanavati and Justin GundlachSeptember 1, 2016
This paper compiles existing and suggested local law provisions that reflect diverse approaches to adaptation to climate-enhanced flood risk.
P. Dane Warren and Justin GundlachMay 1, 2016
The legal environment for local government in Florida is beginning to change when it comes to sea-level rise (sometimes referred to as SLR). Innovations in institutional structure and governance strategies are underway in the State as well. This paper reviews three recent developments, which relate primarily to comprehensive planning in…
David MarkellApril 1, 2016