It then probes the methods used to regulate the electric industry, and to a lesser extent, the natural gas industry, with emphasis on the policy implications of various methods of regulation. The course concludes with an examination of problems facing the natural gas and electric industries, and the responses of regulatory authorities at the local, state, and federal levels. This seminar examines practical lawyering skills in the area of environmental representation. Required course for students participating in the Environmental Law Clinic. Preference for additional openings is given to those who applied for, but due to limited space, were not able to enroll in the Environmental Law Clinic.
Supervised research is reflected in an oral presentation and paper.
Enrollment is limited to 30 students. Natural Resources Law prerequisite, unless waived by instructor. This seminar will explore legal and policy issues involved in enforcing federal and state environmental laws. It will include an examination of theories of enforcement and various aspects of civil, criminal, administrative, and citizen enforcement. Not offered 1999-2000.