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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, DC): Last summer, the Environmental Law Institute (ELI) announced that “Cards Against Calamity,” created by…

(Washington, DC): EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt’s “back to basics” agenda for the Agency suggests a renewed focus on the fundamentals of environmental protection. But according to a new article in the November 2017 issue of the…

(Washington, DC):  John (Jay) Pendergrass, Vice President of Programs & Publications at the Environmental Law Institute (ELI), was recognized at the American National Standards Institute’s (ANSI’s) 2017 Leadership and Service Awards on…

(Washington, DC): The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is delighted to announce four new members to its Leadership Council: Keith A. Matthews, Peggy Otum, Christopher P. Reynolds, and James Strock. “ELI is so pleased to have these outstanding…

Washington, D.C.: The Environmental Law Institute and the American Bar Association…

Washington, D.C.: With the 2017 hurricane season fully upon us, and the likelihood of increased flooding in the months and years to come due to climate change, many communities may soon find themselves faced with federal buyouts of flood-ridden…

Washington, D.C.: The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is pleased to announce that Kristalina Georgieva, Chief Executive Officer for the World Bank, will be speaking at this year’s Environmental Achievement Award Dinner, where she and other…

Washington, DC: The current legal framework in Maryland and Virginia offers state and local officials opportunities to establish green infrastructure…

Washington, DC:  John (Jay) Pendergrass, Vice President of Publications & Programs at the Environmental Law Institute (ELI), will be recognized at the American National Standards Institute’s (ANSI’s) 2017 Leadership and Service Awards.…