Posts by Evelyn Carter

Corporate lobbying plays a critical role in shaping climate legislation, often prioritizing corporate interests over environmental protections. The article examines how corporations, particularly in the fossil fuel industry, utilize tactics…

The article examines the impact of climate change on public health legislation, highlighting the necessity for legal frameworks to incorporate environmental health considerations. It discusses how climate change leads to…

Carbon pricing policies are economic strategies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions by assigning a cost to carbon emissions, primarily through carbon taxes and cap-and-trade systems. These mechanisms create financial…

The article analyzes the impact of local legislation on urban green spaces, highlighting how regulations shape the development, maintenance, and accessibility of these areas. It discusses various types of local…

Renewable energy mandates are regulations that require a specified percentage of energy production to come from renewable sources, such as solar and wind power, aimed at promoting clean energy and…

Climate litigation refers to legal actions aimed at holding governments and corporations accountable for their contributions to climate change and compelling them to take action. This article assesses the impact…

Youth activism plays a pivotal role in shaping climate policy by mobilizing public awareness and influencing political agendas. Movements such as Fridays for Future, initiated by figures like Greta Thunberg,…

The article examines how climate change advocacy influences public policy in developing nations, highlighting the role of grassroots movements, NGOs, and international support in shaping effective climate strategies. It identifies…

The Paris Agreement is an international treaty established in 2015 to combat climate change by limiting global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius, with an aim for 1.5 degrees…