ENSI 6211 Environmental Law, Policy & Ethics

3 semester hours

Explores the major statutes and policies used, at both the federal, state and local levels, to protect humans and the environment against exposure to harmful substances, including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, Superfund, the Resource Conservation & Recovery Act, and laws designed to regulate toxic substances. Examines the challenges of global air pollution, including climate change and ozone depletion. Looks also at alternative legal mechanisms for advancing environmental policies (such as voter initiatives and common-law actions) and the role of market mechanisms in addressing environmental problems. Analyzes the roles of the local and federal governments and businesses to dealing with environmental challenges and explores resources available to entrepreneurs. Also addressed are environmental ethics, environmental rights, and environmental justice.

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