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Section of Environment, Energy, and Resources
The premier forum for strategies and information for environmental, energy, and resource lawyers, advisors, and decision-makers.
27th Fall Conference
Governor Baker Welcomes SEER Members to Boston
Join your friends and colleagues on September 11-14, 2019 in Boston at the Westin Copley Place for the Section’s Fall Conference. Enjoy two days of cutting-edge CLE programming and unparalleled networking events. Learn about the Section, its committees, and opportunities for involvement at our post-conference Leadership Day.
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The Section is committed to providing members with opportunities to enhance professional skills, stay on top of current developments, and dialogue in environmental, energy, and natural resources law.
Climate change resolution
Resolution 111 Adopted
The House of Delegates have adopted Res 111 which urges U.S., state, territorial and tribal governments to take leadership role to address climate change; urges Congress and POTUS to sign appropriate climate change legislation.
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SEER Publications
Our Committees
Choose from over 30 Committees
The Section's substantive committees related to environment, energy, and natural resources law. Joining will enable you to receive announcements of electronic newsletters and communications geared towards your specific areas of interest. Committees also help you:
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Conferences, Webinars, and Teleconferences
Section member discounts available
Sep
17
Events | Webinar
SEER Essentials: Emerging Trends in Litigating RCRA Citizens Suits
CLE 90 min
If you're trying to understand the elements of claims under The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Section 7002(a)(1)(A) and (B), this program is a must.
Oct
10
Events | Webinar
Environmental Enforcement Update: What You Need to Know About Key Trends, Priorities, and Compliance Strategies
CLE 90 min
Want to learn more about the current direction of environmental enforcement? Join us to get practical insight into enforcement trends and how to improve environmental compliance from both those who c…
New Section Books
Publications | Book
Water Rights and Environmental Regulation: A Lawyer's Guide
Publications | Book
Environmental Litigation: Law and Strategy, Second Edition
Publications | Book
Natural Resource Damages: A Guide to Litigating and Resolving NRD Cases
Recent Committee Articles
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Case Brief: U.S. Supreme Court Upholds Virginia Ban on Uranium Mining
In June, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld Virginia’s ban on uranium mining in an unusual 3-3-3 decision. Virginia Uranium, Inc. v. Warren, 139 S.Ct. 1894 (2019).
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Winds of Change: Wind Energy on Tribal Lands
Native American Tribes and Alaska Natives possess large quantities of land with great potential for wind energy projects.
Alter Echo Expert Insight Panel
Watch the Expert Insights Panel by Alter Echo at our 48th Spring Conference in Denver, CO.
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Become a Section Sponsor
Law firm and corporate sponsorship opportunities are available for 2019. Our sponsorship program provides sponsorship levels, with varying levels of participation and benefits. By becoming a sponsor, you will be recognized as a proud supporter of ABA SEER and its stellar programming.
About the Section
The mission of the Section of Environment, Energy, and Resources is to be the premier forum for lawyers working in areas related to the environment, natural resources, and energy. The Section is committed to providing members with opportunities to enhance professional skills, stay on top of developments and to participate in dialogue in these substantive areas. It represents more than 10,000 members with a wide range of professional interests. This chance to meet and network with peers is invaluable. The Section keeps its members abreast of development trends, current court decisions, legislative initiatives, and statutes concerning environmental, natural resources, and energy law.
Contact Us
SEER staff can be contacted using this online form, or by calling 312-988-5625 or emailing environ@americanbar.org.