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The Oslo Land Mine Treaty And An Analysis Of The United States Decision Not To Sign, Craig S. Sharnetzka
The Oslo Land Mine Treaty And An Analysis Of The United States Decision Not To Sign, Craig S. Sharnetzka
Penn State International Law Review
No abstract provided.
Shocking Revelations At Hydro-Quebec: The Environmental And Legal Consequences Of The Quebec-New York Power Line, Ian Mark Paregol
Shocking Revelations At Hydro-Quebec: The Environmental And Legal Consequences Of The Quebec-New York Power Line, Ian Mark Paregol
Penn State International Law Review
When parties contract to build the world's largest hydroelectric project, upon whom should the burden fall to mitigate the costs to the environment resulting from the lack of foresight and research into the effects of the projects? In the recent past, society's view has been too myopic to comprehend the importance of the environment to all of humanity in sustaining life. Accordingly, people must participate in the decision-making process of national and international corporations in order to police environmentally deleterious activities.
Transboundary Shipments Of Toxic Waste: The Basel And Bamako Conventions: Do Third World Countries Have A Choice?, B. John Ovink
Transboundary Shipments Of Toxic Waste: The Basel And Bamako Conventions: Do Third World Countries Have A Choice?, B. John Ovink
Penn State International Law Review
No abstract provided.
International Law And The Preservation Of Species: An Analysis Of The Convention On Biological Diversity Signed At The Rio Earth Summit In 1992, Dr. Ranee K.L. Panjabi
International Law And The Preservation Of Species: An Analysis Of The Convention On Biological Diversity Signed At The Rio Earth Summit In 1992, Dr. Ranee K.L. Panjabi
Penn State International Law Review
No abstract provided.
The South And The Earth Summit: The Development/Environment Dichotomy, Dr. Ranee K.L. Panjabi
The South And The Earth Summit: The Development/Environment Dichotomy, Dr. Ranee K.L. Panjabi
Penn State International Law Review
No abstract provided.
Environmental Warfare And The Persian Gulf War: Possible Remedies To Combat Intentional Destruction Of The Environment, Marc A. Ross
Environmental Warfare And The Persian Gulf War: Possible Remedies To Combat Intentional Destruction Of The Environment, Marc A. Ross
Penn State International Law Review
No abstract provided.
The International Exportation Of Waste: The Battle Against The Path Of Least Resistance, Kenda Jo M. Mccrory
The International Exportation Of Waste: The Battle Against The Path Of Least Resistance, Kenda Jo M. Mccrory
Penn State International Law Review
This Comment will focus on the United States' current regulations governing the exportation of waste, their strengths and weaknesses, and the changes needed to incorporate the Basel Convention into United States domestic law.
Cites And The Regulation Of International Trade In Endangered Species Of Flora: A Critical Appraisal, William C. Burns
Cites And The Regulation Of International Trade In Endangered Species Of Flora: A Critical Appraisal, William C. Burns
Penn State International Law Review
This article focuses on the effectiveness of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) in preserving endangered species of flora. The overarching thesis will be that the Convention has contributed to the protection of flora, but several measures are still necessary to strengthen implementation of the treaty at the beginning of the next crucial,.decade. The analysis of this thesis will examine the importance of flora species as a global resource and examine the historical record, of CITES to effectively preserve endangered flora species. Finally, .this article proffers several proposals intended to enhance the …
Small Automobiles Causing Large Air Pollution Problems On A Global Basis: The European Economic Community Can Learn And Live From United States Legislation, Christopher E. Mohney
Small Automobiles Causing Large Air Pollution Problems On A Global Basis: The European Economic Community Can Learn And Live From United States Legislation, Christopher E. Mohney
Penn State International Law Review
This Comment will first examine current United States policy, standards, and regulation of the emissions dispelled by moving vehicles. Second, an introduction to the European Economic Community (EEC) standard will be set forth, followed by a brief discussion on legislative harmonization within the EEC. An analysis of the existing policy for the regulation of vehicle emissions within the Community will also be presented. Finally, since the proposed integration of the EEC is a key step on the way to creation of a "United States of Europe," the United States and EEC policies will be comparatively examined.
Thinning Air, Better Beware: Chlorofluorocarbons And The Ozone Layer, Melissa S. Lobos
Thinning Air, Better Beware: Chlorofluorocarbons And The Ozone Layer, Melissa S. Lobos
Penn State International Law Review
This comment reviews the significant international measures taken to study, regulate and curtail problems caused by chlorofluorocarbons in the ozone layer, including the adoption of the "Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer" by twenty-four countries and the European Economic Community in September, 1987. Universal acceptance is proposed in order to solve the major problems of enforcing· regulatory actions, and to foster the development of alternatives to chlorofluorocarbons.
Preemption In The Fisheries And The United Nations' Law Of The Sea Treaty, Leslie M. Macrae
Preemption In The Fisheries And The United Nations' Law Of The Sea Treaty, Leslie M. Macrae
Penn State International Law Review
This article will examine the potential serious impact on traditional patterns of fishery management in the United States if the Law of the Sea Treaty is eventually signed. Preemption, a process by which the federal government takes over fishery management within the coastal states' territorial waters, may be facilitated, and in some cases required, if the Treaty is adopted.