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.
At this year’s conference, policy—both state and federal—will be at the forefront. Expert speakers will update you on key policy issues that can be of interest to your clients today, as well as might impact them in the future. The conference will be held on April 22-24, 2020 in Chicago.
Learn - moreThe 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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Feb
26
Events | Webinar
WOTUS 2020: Will We Ever Have Clarity? [CC]
CLE 90 min
Top practitioners discuss the current legal landscape of the "Waters of the United States," including a unique point/ counterpoint discussion of the scope, coverage, and implementation of the 2020 WO…
Mar
10
Events | In-Person
Green Banks in the DC Region - A Briefing and Networking Session
Join us and learn about the green bank development movement and how it may relate to your academic or professional development. Two panel discussions will be followed by a networking session.
Mar
11
Events | Webinar
Year in Review Update on Superfund and Natural Resource Damages Litigation
In this non-CLE webinar, Russ Randle and John Barkett, authors of our Year in Review chapter, will discuss key cases and developments regarding Superfund and natural resource litigation of the past y…
What to Expect with Energy Storage System Procurement Structures
The scale of energy storage procurements by domestic utilities has increased tremendously in the preceding decade.
The Importance of Sustainability Assurance: A Proposal for a Lawyer-Consultant Partnership
Most law firms and attorneys are familiar with sustainability reporting as a business practice sharing information on environmental, social, and economic impacts of a company with shareholders and th…
Your gift to the ABA Section of Environment, Energy, and Resources will help maintain the Section’s public service and educational programs.
Learn - MorePublications | 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
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.
Read - moreLaw firm and corporate sponsorship opportunities are available for 2020. 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.
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 7,500 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.
SEER staff can be contacted using this online form, or by calling 312-988-5625 or emailing environ@americanbar.org.
