Environmental Law
Discover the untold power struggles and hidden agendas shaping the future of our planet through the lens of environmental law.
Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki: A Journey Through History and Perseverance
KC Fairlight
Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki, a resilient iwi from the Auckland region of New Zealand, weaves a story of ancestral connection, legal victories, and cultural revival. Their journey emphasizes the need for harmonizing historical heritage with modern development.
The Charter of the Forest: A Medieval Environmental Revolution
KC Fairlight
The Charter of the Forest, sealed in 1217, marked a pivotal moment in medieval England by restoring common people's rights to access royal forests, setting a precedent for environmental and social justice.
Rediscovering Rights: The Charter of the Forest
Martin Sparks
Journey back to 1217, when the youthful King Henry III introduced the 'Charter of the Forest', a revolutionary document restoring access rights to England’s royal forests. A pivotal moment in legal history, this charter continues to echo in modern environmental and civil rights legislation.
Polly Higgins: A Warrior for the Earth
KC Fairlight
Polly Higgins championed the recognition of ecocide as an international crime, advocating for legal accountability to protect the planet from environmental destruction.
Champion of the Earth: The Visionary Journey of Polly Higgins
Martin Sparks
What if I told you there was a warrior born in Scotland who fought for the planet with the fierceness of a lion? Polly Higgins, an extraordinary lawyer and environmental advocate, dedicated her life to protecting the Earth.
Exploring the Legacy of Lewis & Clark Law School
Martin Sparks
Lewis & Clark Law School offers a prestigious legal education with a strong focus on environmental law, public service, and experiential learning in Portland, Oregon.
Whanganui District Council: A Tale of River Rights and Local Governance
KC Fairlight
The Whanganui River in New Zealand gains legal personhood, highlighting a groundbreaking shift in environmental and indigenous rights through the collaboration of local governance and Māori cultural values.
The Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009: A Dive into Oceanic Legislation
KC Fairlight
The Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 revolutionized the UK's approach to marine conservation and resource management by establishing a comprehensive legal framework and creating Marine Conservation Zones.