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The Environmental Law Institute is widely respected as “a nonpartisan organization specializing in legal analysis and not known for taking sides in political fights,” as the New York Times has noted. When members of the media, private bar, government, business, and public interest organizations seek expert information on environmental law and policy, they turn to ELI.

(Washington, D.C.):  While much of the climate…

(Washington, DC):  As world leaders gather in Glasgow, Scotland, this week and next for COP26—the United…

(Washington, D.C.): The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is pleased to announce that, following a nationwide search, Jordan Diamond will become the next president of ELI, beginning January 1,…

(Washington, D.C.)—The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is delighted to announce Marisa Blackshire and Kevin Murray as the newest members of its Leadership Council. “We are so fortunate to have Marisa and Kevin…

The Environmental Law Institute is pleased to welcome Arielle V. King as its new environmental justice staff attorney. In this role, Arielle will help design and implement ELI…

(Washington, D.C.): Throughout the United States, our towns and cities are on the front lines when it comes to addressing food waste and climate change. Recognizing the link between these two challenges, the Environmental Law Institute has…

(Washington, D.C.): The Environmental Law Institute is proud to announce that Linda Breggin, a Senior Attorney with the Environmental Law Institute, is among the American College of…

(Washington, D.C.): An international team of scientists, lawyers, and economists are proposing the novel use of environmental liability lawsuits to tackle biodiversity…

(Washington, D.C.): The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is pleased to announce that it will present its 2021 Environmental Achievement Award to…