LAWS9969 · Law

Environmental Law

Boston College Law School

Students will learn foundational existing federal environmental laws and some sample state and local environmental laws, including statutes, regulations, executive orders and precedential cases, as well as policies and guidelines which act like laws in practice. Students will learn practical applications for addressing client or societal goals (for profit and not for profit clients) through interactive class discussion. International law will be addressed regarding climate change and climate change adaptation matters. Several guest speakers will assist students in putting law and policy themes in practical context, including addressing scientific environmental challenges when no law yet exists or existing law is inadequate and understanding law in its social context. Teams of students will work together in class to mirror the reality of practicing law. Interdisciplinary thinking will be advantageous, especially in the context of supporting or opposing development projects. Assignments will include participation in on-line public hearings when possible.