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Public Engagement in Categorical Exclusions Under NEPA
By Patrick Seroogy Photo credit: Matt Hecht Public participation and environmental justice are fundamental to environmental law. The former has been a pillar since the enactment of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) in 1970, …
New GW Alliance Addressing Climate Change and Sustainability Brings Change to GW Law’s Energy Program
President Granberg’s inaugural address on November 4, 2023 foretold “a revolutionary next step in how our students and faculty conduct and develop innovative research, advocacy, and coursework in sustainability.” That step, the founding of …
Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in Overburdened and Underserved Communities in The District of Columbia
By Tim Nau The transportation sector was responsible for the largest share of the United States’ greenhouse gas emissions in 2021 (28%). Promoting electric vehicles (“EV”) on the nation’s streets has been an important …
The St. Elizabeths Microgrid: The District’s Newest Microgrid Project Strives to Strengthen Community Resilience
By Faren Bartholomew A new microgrid is potentially coming to Ward 8 in Washington, D.C. In April 2022, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funded the new St. Elizabeths microgrid, a project that intends to …
Microgrids: Community-Based Electricity for a More Equitable Energy Future
By Meghan Briggs In 2022, electricity costs in the United States rose by 14.3% for the average consumer compared to 2021. Power outages due to severe weather have doubled since 2002, causing extended losses of electricity and endangering …
