ENV 320 Wk 1 Discussion – Environmental Law

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ENV 320 Wk 1 Discussion - Environmental Law
ENV 320 Wk 1 Discussion – Environmental Law
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ENV 320 Wk 1 Discussion – Environmental Law

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

 

Due Thursday

Grading: (20 points for posting the response to discussion question, and 5 point for meeting the deadline ), 10 points for responding to two other postings and 5 points for two days participation per week)

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

 

In Week 1, you will be introduced to the environmental laws of the U.S., and the federal agencies that enforce them. The major areas of regulation are: air and water quality; and, solid and hazardous waste. Environmental laws are created by the U.S. Congress, and approved by the President. They are then enforced through the promulgation of regulations by the Environmental Protection Agency. State and municipal governments also are involved in the enforcement of federal environmental law.

 

Briefly summarize the major sources of environmental law, the litigation (court cases) process, and the way in which environmental agencies enforce environmental law. How are states and municipalities involved in this process? Find your state environmental agency. What is its purpose and major functions?

 

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.