327.01 Energy Law
The course will examine the legal framework governing energy production and consumption in the United States, and policy approaches for balancing energy needs with other societal goals. The course will include three main modules: (1) electricity sector regulation; (2) energy resources for electricity generation; and (3) oil and gas law. Key themes will include:
(1) The historic origins of public utility regulation;
(2) The major U.S. laws that govern energy production and use;
(3) The distinct roles of the federal and state governments; and
(4) Efforts to manage competing societal interests.
Fall 2020
| Course Number | Course Credits | Evaluation Method | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 327.01 |
3
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Final Exam
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Amy Pickle |
| Course | |
| Degree Requirements |
JD elective
IntlLLM-SJD-EXC elective
IntlLLM Environ Cert
Course Requirements - Public Interest
PIPS elective
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| Course Areas of Practice |
Administrative and Regulatory Law
Environmental Law
Law, Democracy, and Society
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