On August 12, the Trump administration announced changes to the implementation of the Endangered Species Act (ESA), the nation’s landmark legislation designed to protect threatened species and their habitats. These changes drew sharp criticism from some—who argue that they fundamentally weaken the Act’s ability to protect species—and robust praise from others, who see the changes as needed steps toward protecting property rights and the economic viability of affected industries and landowners.

While the pros and cons of these changes have been hotly debated over the last few months, less attention has been paid to how the changes will play out in practice and the next steps needed to protect species and reduce conflict. Join Resources for the Future (RFF) on Thursday, December 12 for a forward-looking panel discussion on the ESA, with a focus on how best to implement the recent regulatory revisions and what additional reform ideas the current administration might be interested in pursuing.

Speakers

Rebecca Epanchin-Niell, Resources for the Future

Stuart Levenbach, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Ya-Wei (Jake) Li, Environmental Policy Innovation Center
Christopher Prandoni, US Department of the Interior

Moderator: Michael Doyle, E&E News

More speakers to be announced.

When: Thursday, December 12, 9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.; doors will open and a light breakfast will be served at 9:00 a.m.

Where: Resources & Conservation Center, 1400 16th St. NW, Washington, DC, 20036

Visit the event webpage for more information.