The Making of Environmental Law

In this episode of Harvard Law School’s CleanLaw podcast, Executive Director Carrie Jenks speaks with Professor Richard Lazarus about his updated book, The Making of Environmental Law. They discuss the evolution of environmental law in the United States over the past two decades and focus on the judiciary’s shifting role, the integration of environmental justice, and the challenges posed by climate change. The conversation highlights how legal frameworks have adapted to address complex environmental issues and the importance of continued legal innovation in the face of emerging challenges.