Columbia Journal of Environmental Law

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Columbia Journal of Environmental Law  
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DisciplineEnvironmental law
LanguageEnglish
Publication details
History1972–present
Publisher
Columbia Law School (United States)
FrequencyBiannual
Standard abbreviations
ISO 4CJEL
Indexing
ISSN0098-4582
Links


The Columbia Journal of Environmental Law (CJEL) is a leading academic journal dedicated to the field of environmental law. Established in 1972, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious environmental law journals in the United States. The journal is published biannually by students at Columbia Law School, and it provides a forum for scholarship on a wide range of environmental issues.

History[edit | edit source]

The Columbia Journal of Environmental Law was founded in 1972, during a time of growing awareness and concern about environmental issues in the United States. The journal was created to address the need for a dedicated platform for legal scholarship in the emerging field of environmental law. Since its inception, CJEL has published articles by leading scholars, practitioners, and policymakers, contributing significantly to the development of environmental law as a distinct discipline.

Scope and Content[edit | edit source]

CJEL publishes articles, notes, and book reviews on a wide array of topics related to environmental law. These include, but are not limited to:

  • Climate Change Law: Legal frameworks and policies addressing climate change mitigation and adaptation.
  • Natural Resources Law: Legal issues concerning the management and conservation of natural resources such as water, minerals, and forests.
  • Pollution Control: Laws and regulations aimed at controlling pollution and protecting air and water quality.
  • Environmental Justice: Legal approaches to addressing the disproportionate impact of environmental harm on marginalized communities.
  • International Environmental Law: Treaties and agreements governing environmental protection on a global scale.

Editorial Process[edit | edit source]

The editorial board of CJEL is composed of students from Columbia Law School. The selection process for articles is rigorous, involving multiple rounds of review and editing. The journal is committed to maintaining high standards of scholarship and contributing to the advancement of environmental law.

Impact and Influence[edit | edit source]

CJEL is widely regarded as an influential publication in the field of environmental law. Its articles are frequently cited by courts, policymakers, and other scholars. The journal has played a significant role in shaping legal discourse on environmental issues and has contributed to the development of new legal theories and practices.

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