September, 2019

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It’s time to part ways - breaking up co-ownership of property

Law of the Lands

AS PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED IN THE RURAL VOICE : In Ontario, the Partition Act allows a co-owner of property to apply to the Court to break up the co-ownership. If two or more parties own a piece of land, and one wants out, that co-owner is generally entitled either to an order dividing the property itself or, more often, an order requiring the sale of the jointly held property and the division of the proceeds.

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New book chapter: EU biodiversity law and its health impacts

Dario Piselli

In recent years, and with growing intensity since the adoption of the Paris Agreement, the concept of environmental health has emerged as a fundamental prism through which to analyse the complex interplay between global health and environmental law. Environmental risks, ranging from soil, water and air pollution to waste management and land use change, are now Continue reading "New book chapter: EU biodiversity law and its health impacts".

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Moving Away from Glyphosate: Environmental and Health Effects and Potential Alternatives

Vermont Law

By Lauren Sandford. Roundup is one of the most convenient and popular weed killers in the world. After the creation of its active ingredient glyphosate in 1950, the product quickly became a widely-used herbicide because of its ability to kill weeds without harming nearby crops. Since Roundup’s 1974 debut, however, users have come to realize that the powerful lawn chemicals in the weed killer, particularly glyphosate, may be killing more than just weeds.

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Fifth Circuit Opens Door to Removal Following Involuntary Dismissal of Non-Diverse Defendant

The Energy Law Blog

When is a case removable to federal court? The general rule is that removability is determined at the time a case is filed. One exception is the so-called “voluntary-involuntary” rule, which permits removal only when the plaintiff’s voluntary action in state court creates federal jurisdiction. The textbook example is the voluntary dismissal of a non-diverse defendant who settled with the plaintiff.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Editor of the 2019 Youth Solutions Report

Dario Piselli

For the third (and unfortunately last) time, I had the privilege of serving as the editor of the 2019 Youth Solutions Report, the flagship publication of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network‘s global youth initiative (SDSN Youth). The Report, which identifies 50 innovations that are accelerating global progress on the achievement of the Sustainable Development Continue reading "Editor of the 2019 Youth Solutions Report".

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Festschrift for Professor Richard O. Brooks Founding Director of the Environmental Law Center at Vermont Law School On the Occasion of the Center’s 40th Anniversary

Vermont Law

. Festschrift for Professor Richard O. Brooks Founding Director of the Environmental Law Center at Vermont Law School On the Occasion of the Center’s 40th Anniversary. .

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Green Justice Revisited: Dick Brooks on the Laws of Nature and the Nature of Law

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The West’s Hot Topic: Snuffing Out Poor Wildfire Policy in National Forests

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Speaking Regional Truth to Washington Power Over Federal Public Lands

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Pursuing a Good Life in the Law: Professor Richard Brooks

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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Brooks on Stage(s): A One-Man Show About Life and Law

Vermont Law

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Celebrating Richard Oliver Brooks

Vermont Law

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Richard Brooks on the Seashore

Vermont Law

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Volume 20 Issue 2

Vermont Law

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Implementing D.E.J.I. Strategies in Energy, Environment, and Transportation

Speaker: Antoine M. Thompson, Executive Director of the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition

Diversity, Equity, Justice, and Inclusion (DEJI) policies, programs, and initiatives are critically important as we move forward with public and private sector climate and sustainability goals and plans. Underserved and socially, economically, and racially disadvantaged communities bear the burden of pollution, higher energy costs, limited resources, and limited investments in the clean energy and transportation sectors.