DC Event: Environmental Law in China – A Continuing Discussion
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 3:41For those of you in the DC Area, here is an event that may be of interest to you.
June 30, 2009 Tuesday 12:15 PM
End: June 30, 2009 Tuesday 2:00 PM
District of Columbia Bar The Environment, Energy and Natural Resources Section
In Co-Sponsorship with the International Law Section and the Environmental Law Institute
Presents an Off the Record Brown Bag Program
Perspectives on the Future of Environmental Law in China – A Continuing Discussion
China’s environmental laws have been rapidly evolving to address growing environmental issues and prevent further environmental damage to human health and natural resources from China’s continued economic growth. This brown bag event is another in an ongoing discussion on China’s environmental framework, regulatory system, and its future trends. Presenters will discuss their perspectives on these issues, as well as on the role of nongovernmental organizations and cooperative programs with the United States.
Speakers include:
Jill Wei, Professor of Environmental Law, South China Agricultural University
Steve Wolfson, Senior Attorney, U.S. EPA Office of General Counsel
Jennifer Turner, Director, China Environment Forum, Woodrow Wilson Center
Linda Tsang, Attorney, Beveridge & Diamond, P.C. (Moderator)
For more information, you can go to their website
