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We envision a Utah that values its shared resources to provide a high quality of life for its citizens. We guide policy by connecting decision-makers with high-quality research.
The 2024 Report by the Janet Quinney Lawson Institute, presented to the Governor and Legislature, highlights key environmental challenges in Utah. It offers expert insights into land, water, and air issues, guiding informed policy decisions for the state's future.
We’ve seen many land, water, and air developments at the federal level over the past few days. Reports say that President Trump is planning to make major changes to the Endangered Species Act by narrowing the definition of harm to a species to exclude dam...
Sending out a quick reminder that the legislative wrap up event hosted by the Institute for Land, Water, and Air Student Chapter will be held today from 2-3:30 in ECC 201/203 (Eccles Conference Center 2nd floor).
Last Thursday, the Trump administration issued an "emergency situation determination" resulting in opening up nearly 60% (113 million acres) of national forests to logging activity by simplifying permits and easing environmental reviews. U.S. Secretary of...
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Our goal is clear: to create a future where Utah is prosperous, vibrant, and resilient for generations to come.
