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Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.
April 26, 2025April 26, 2025 Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.Uncategorized

The Future of United States Wildfire Management Policy

 By Charlotte Curlin | US Environmental Policy Student           In Southern California, wildfires raged uncontrollably for the first few months of 2025. Entire neighborhoods were wiped out, and dozens of lives were taken; those who keptContinue reading

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Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.
April 26, 2025April 26, 2025 Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.Uncategorized

Sustainable Sourcing in Catalyzing Environmental Impact Goals

By Almira Bowo Every personal investment you make, whether deciding to buy one brand of canned beans over another, has an environmental impact. Which would you prefer to grab off the shelf, a $0.89 canContinue reading

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Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.
April 24, 2025April 24, 2025 Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.Uncategorized

Climate Change Consequences: The Impact on Real Estate

By Bruno Coppe | US Environmental Policy Student Introduction The American Dream is the idea that anybody from any background can progress through society and achieve success via hard work. A noticeable sign of havingContinue reading

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William Schlesinger, Ph.D.
April 22, 2025 William Schlesinger, Ph.D.biogeochemistry, climate, environmental policy, environmental politics, faculty

The Orange Tide

Climate change  is not a hoax; resist.

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Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.
April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.Uncategorized

Sea Level Rise: How Pressing is the Problem?

JP Ueberroth Sea level rise is one of the most alarming and inevitable consequences of climate change, driven primarily by the thermal expansion of seawater, as well as the melting of glaciers and ice sheetsContinue reading

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Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.
April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.Uncategorized

Forestry Management Techniques and their Benefits for Society

Jackson Tupper | US Environmental Policy Student The Fremont-Winema National Forest plays an essential role in the Oregon community. It’s a destination of wild exploration and recreation, home to the native Klamath tribe and thousandsContinue reading

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Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.
April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.Uncategorized

Waste: How can we make it disappear?

Sydney Tomlak | US Environmental Policy Student The average American discards four pounds of waste per day[1]. Waste is defined as an unwanted or unuseful material, substance, or by-product[2]. As a society, we generate lotsContinue reading

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Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.
April 21, 2025April 21, 2025 Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.Uncategorized

The Future of United States Wildfire Management Policy

Charlotte Curlin | US Environmental Policy Student      In Southern California, wildfires raged uncontrollably for the first few months of 2025. Entire neighborhoods were wiped out, and dozens of lives were taken; those who kept theirContinue reading

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Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.
April 21, 2025April 21, 2025 Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.Uncategorized

The USDA vs. Saltwater Intrusion: The Need for Government Aid Against the Climate Crisis in Coastal Communities

Chibuike Okafor | US Environmental Policy Student The North Carolina coastline is home to various well-known and highly visited beaches and coastal towns. Seasonal tourism is one of the primary industries in these communities whichContinue reading

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Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.
April 21, 2025April 21, 2025 Dr Betsy Albright, D.Phil.Uncategorized

PFAS: Is there reason for hope?

Josh Goozman | US Environmental Policy Student Whether it is in your clothes, drinking water, food packaging, or shampoo, chances are you have come into contact with PFAS in your life. In fact, 99% ofContinue reading

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