Research Reports

ELI publishes Research Reports available for free download that present the analysis and conclusions of the policy studies ELI undertakes to improve environmental law and policy. These reports contribute to education of the profession and disseminate diverse points of view and opinions to stimulate a robust and creative exchange of ideas. Those publications, which express opinions of the authors and not necessarily those of the Institute, its Board of Directors, or funding organizations, exemplify ELI’s commitment to dialogue with all sectors.
Sustainable Fisheries & Coastal Zoning in Montserrat Legal & Institutional Asses
Read D. Porter; Kathryn Mengerink
October 2015

The first major report from Blue Halo Montserrat provides a strong legal foundation by exploring how existing legal authorities contribute to ocean management in Montserrat and how they can be used to support the Montserrat Sustainable Ocean Policy. The goal of the project is to ensure long-term health of Montserrat’s waters.

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Tobie Bernstein
August 2015

Child care facilities may be served by public water systems or by privately-owned water sources such as wells. These drinking water supplies can be affected by a variety of chemical, biological, and radiological contaminants that occur naturally or are caused by human activities.

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Strengthening Government-to-Government Consultation Related to Marine Subsistenc
Kathryn Mengerink; Jordan Diamond
April 2015

The goal of our work on Consultation is to support the role of Alaska Natives in managing trust resources, and to help ensure that consultation is an effective, efficient, and meaningful process that actually leads to sustainable—and just—management. 

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