Legal expertise meets environmental activism in this revealing discussion about fighting back against anti-environmental policies through strategic litigation and state-level action.
In this episode of A Climate Change, we speak with Daniel Farber from UC Berkeley Law School, a constitutional and environmental law expert, to explore effective strategies for combating harmful environmental policies and maintaining progress on climate action despite federal opposition. Tune in as Daniel shares insights on state-level climate action, the future of EPA regulations, and how litigation can protect environmental progress. Learn why creative approaches and persistent legal challenges remain vital tools in the fight against climate change, even as federal policies shift.
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Daniel Farber Bio:
Daniel Farber is a distinguished professor at UC Berkeley Law School, specializing in constitutional and environmental law. With extensive experience teaching at prestigious institutions including the University of Illinois and University of Minnesota, he has authored numerous books and over 200 academic articles focused on environmental policy and climate change. After clerking for Supreme Court Justice Stevens, Farber has dedicated his career to advancing environmental protection through legal scholarship and practical policy solutions.
His work through Berkeley's Environmental Law Center and contributions to Legal Planet blog provide essential analysis of climate policy and environmental law, making him a crucial voice for understanding the intersection of law, policy, and climate action.
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