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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.): A report, released today, from the Environmental Law Institute (ELI) and Monterey Bay Aquarium demonstrates the U.S. government can make important progress toward its goal of eliminating the release of plastic into the…

(Washington, D.C.): The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) has appointed four new members to its Board of Directors: R. Juge Gregg, Ebony Griffin-Guerrier, Daniel Hemel, and Carlton Waterhouse. ELI’s Board includes environmental leaders from all…

(Washington, D.C.)—As the world prepares for the Paris Climate Agreement’s first Global Stocktake, the Environmental Law Institute is proud to present the Firestone Policy Forum on October 24 in Washington, D.C. This timely event will convene…

(Washington, D.C.)—The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is proud to announce Dr. J. Marshall Shepherd, a renowned atmospheric scientist and leading international weather-climate expert, as the recipient of the prestigious 2023 Environmental…

(Washington, DC)— As the global movement for social and environmental justice gains momentum, we are in need of grounded and implementable solutions. The latest book from ELI Press–…

(Washington, D.C.): The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) and the Native American Rights Fund (NARF) today announced a new partnership, made possible thanks to a $250,000 grant from…

(Washington, D.C.)—The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is delighted to announce that six new members have joined its Leadership Council: Marisa Buchanan, Ann Condon, Jay Duffy, Larry Liebesman, Byron Marchant, and Mark Templeton…

(Washington, D.C.): The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is delighted to announce the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors:…