This article identifies aspects of frameworks for adaptive governance and guidelines for evaluating the role of law in environmental governance.
J.B. Ruhl and OthersMarch 1, 2017
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
Comments submitted in support of the Department of Environmental Conservation's proposed sea level rise projections for New York State.
Jessica WentzDecember 19, 2016
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
This paper argues that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has not adequately integrated climate change resilience considerations into its approval of projects seeking Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds. It argues that the statutes under which HUD carries out its CDBG-DR program provide ample…
Justin Gundlach and Channing JonesApril 1, 2016
This paper examines whether governments can expose themselves to potential legal liability by turning a blind eye to the accumulating risks of climate change. Specifically, the paper addresses potential claims sounding in negligence, fraud, and takings, describing the benefits and challenges of each theory. The paper explores ways to overcome…
Jennifer KleinAugust 1, 2015
"The implications of climate change for corrections have been largely disregarded by both correctional administrators and public officials working on climate adaptation policy. This paper begins the process of connecting the discussions of climate policy and correctional policy. It provides an overview of the correctional sector and its specific vulnerabilities…
Daniel HoltAugust 1, 2015
"The federal government has attempted to address flooding through an insurance program aimed at effectively providing relief to those whose property is damaged by flooding and at incentivizing sound risk management. However, the federal insurance program subsidizes flood insurance premiums, and, therefore, does not require property owners to internalize the…
Matt SienkiewiczJuly 1, 2015