Brielle Brown

November 01, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

One of the most significant policy developments to emerge in recent years is the concept of environmental justice or "EJ." Indeed, we have been knee-deep in EJ policies, legislation, and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels.

By Katherine Vaccaro and Brielle Brown

6 minute read

September 07, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

This article provides an overview of the areas and projects subject to the EJ Policy, the enhanced public participation and prioritized compliance and enforcement efforts that will be applied to projects subject to the policy, and describes what the regulated community can expect and do to incorporate the policy into project planning and operations.

By Bryan Franey and Brielle Brown

6 minute read

July 28, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

DEIB work requires intentional action to review all policies and practices that may unintentionally uphold systems that disadvantage marginalized groups. An important step in the process of eliminating biases and stereotypical assumptions is committing towards the development of an equitable evaluation process.

By Brielle Brown

7 minute read