Introduction
The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) puts law at the service of people, places, and the planet. ELI's vision is "a healthy environment, a thriving economy, and vibrant communities based on the rule of law." ELI's mission is to promote innovative, fair, and practical legal and policy solutions that enable leaders across borders and sectors to achieve environmental, economic, and social progress. Since 1969, ELI has played a key role in shaping the field of environmental law, policy and management at home and abroad. We are an internationally recognized nonpartisan research, publishing, and education center dedicated to enhancing environmental protection by improving global law and governance. We provide insightful and unbiased analysis to opinion-makers, including government officials, environmental and business leaders, academics, environmental lawyers, and journalists. ELI is a clearinghouse and town hall that provides common ground for debate on important environmental issues.
