The Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide (ELAW) is a global network of lawyers and scientists committed to advancing environmental justice and safeguarding community rights to a healthy environment. ELAW empowers local advocates to challenge harmful projects, offering legal and scientific support, critiquing environmental assessments, and providing economic insights. Active in over 80 countries, ELAW enhances the safety of environmental defenders and fosters collaboration among local experts, ultimately strengthening efforts to protect ecosystems and human rights.
ELAW focuses on several key areas to make a significant impact:
- Biodiversity: work with community-led efforts to challenge threats to wildlife and ecosystems.
- Climate: support communities in legal actions against harmful emissions and projects while advocating for government accountability in climate commitments.
- Defending defenders: enhance the safety of environmental activists facing threats, enabling them to continue their vital work.
- Fossil fuels: assist grassroots advocates in contesting fossil fuel development projects and promote sustainable energy alternatives.
- Plastic pollution: partner with local groups to strengthen legislation addressing the entire lifecycle of plastics, aiming to mitigate their environmental impact.
Find out more about ELAW’s impact, publications, or latest news on their website.
