This classic article from long-time EELS member Louis A. Alexander ran in 1999 – Vol. 19 No. 4, for those keeping score at home. The article speaks for itself. However, the editors’ note there are some omissions and notable movies released since then. Where does “Chinatown” fit in this, particularly considering current water resource issues out … Continued

We’re All Climate Lawyers Now Inspired by Justice Elena Kagan’s popular quip about textualism, celebrated climate law scholar Pat Parenteau advised an American Bar Association audience on their ethical responsibility to act, declaring, “we’re all climate lawyers now.”1 Current law students and young lawyers are apt to agree: 60% of Gen Zs and Millennials are anxious … Continued

An Overview of the Public Service Commission’s Recent Decision to Deny Renewable Energy Developers’ Petitions for Cost Adjustments Introduction New York has codified ambitious climate goals and sets policies to incentivize renewable energy development.1 According to a report by New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli, approximately 29% of New York’s energy came from renewable sources … Continued

Welcome to our third issue of Volume 43 of The New York Environmental Lawyer. Our team has tried, so far successfully, to produce three issues annually. Congratulations and a deep appreciation are in order for our issue editors, the Albany Law School editors, all of our contributors, our partners at the NYSBA, and of course … Continued

It has been a busy but incredible first few months as chair. The cabinet has been actively focused on the day-to-day work of the section and implementing our goals for the year. We wrapped up a successful fall meeting and are now looking forward to our Annual Meeting. I am also pleased to report that … Continued

This edition of the Law Student Corner highlights students and their work at five law schools: Albany Law, Brooklyn Law, Cardozo School of Law, Pace Haub Law, and St. John’s Law. If you know any schools or students who would like to participate, please email sblend@law.pace.edu. Student Highlight Gabriella Mickel, a former editor of the Law … Continued

53 Posted 8/21/23 Facts on the Ground For 31 consecutive days, from late June through late July, Phoenix hit at least 110F, shattering its 18-day record set in 1974. The city had already set another record in July by attaining the most 115-degree days ever in a calendar year, part of a global heat wave … Continued

New York enacted the visionary Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) in 2019 with the understanding that New York must rapidly increase its renewable energy capacity and decarbonize its power grid to have a realistic chance at combating the effects of climate change. Among the CLCPA’s mandates, New York is required to produce 70% … Continued

This EPA Update covers U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) activities from approximately July 1, 2023 through October 1, 2023. The article does not cover every single action taken by EPA during this time but attempts to summarize the highlights with a focus on EPA activities affecting New York. The EPA Update should be read cafeteria … Continued

Is It Time to Revisit the Adirondack Park Agency Act? This year marks the 50th anniversary of the adoption of the public and private land use plans by the Adirondack Park Agency (APA). Notably, the agency itself is only a year or two older. The Adirondack Park remains an intriguing study of land use management, … Continued