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TERM FOUR: See individual course descriptions for class dates and times. BIODIVERSITY PROTECTION (2 CREDITS)
ENV5412
ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE IN THE DEVELOPING WORLD (2 CREDITS) ENV5223
july 25–28 and august 1–4, 9 am–12 pm David Takacs
july 25–28 and august 1–4, 1–4 pm Robert Percival
Across the globe, wildlife and its habitat are increasingly threatened by humancaused habitat destruction, exploitation, poaching, illegal trade, invasive species, disease, and climate change. This course examines what biodiversity is, the growing threats to it, and U.S. and international laws to combat those threats. The course focuses on statutes, case law, environmental ethics, and current controversies to highlight legal, scientific, and political strategies for protecting biodiversity. Particular emphasis is placed on the U.S. Endangered Species Act.
This course introduces students to the challenges faced by developing countries in developing, implementing, and enforcing effective environmental governance systems. It compares systems of environmental governance in developing countries with a particular focus on countries in Asia and Oceania. Many of these countries, despite contributing very little to the global environmental problems, are among the principal victims of them. Building on the work of the USAsia Partnerships for Environmental Law, this course will examine a variety of case studies that illustrate how environmental law is evolving in the developing world.
CLEAN TRANSPORTATION LAW AND POLICY (2 CREDITS)
ENV5425
july 25–28 and august 1–4, 9 am–12 pm Joseph Halso Transportation is the leading source of climate pollution in the United States. This course focuses on a key pathway to reduce those harmful emissions: the electrification of our cars, trucks, and buses. We will examine the current federal landscape for regulation of tailpipe emissions and the range of clean transportation policy options, with a particular focus on the role of electric utilities and how electric vehicles can support a smarter, cleaner electricity grid. Through discussion, exercises, and simulations, students will learn how to analyze issues, marshal evidence, and understand the motivations of stakeholders in the energy and transportation sectors.
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ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE FIELD STUDY (1 CREDIT)
ENV5224
Robert Percival Following the course students are invited to participate in an optional field trip, contingent on the state of travel restrictions, where they can examine firsthand how developing countries are using law to cope with environmental challenges. Prerequisite: Environmental Governance in the Developing World.
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