Opinions and essays written by Sarah, intended for a broad audience.
Plastics
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As plastic production grows, treaty negotiations to reduce plastic waste are stuck in low gear
The Conversation, November 30, 2023
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Recycling won’t solve the plastic problem. Here’s what will.
The Hill, November 21, 2023
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Plastic pollution is a global problem – here’s how to design an effective treaty to curb it
The Conversation, February 24, 2022
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Moving From Awareness to Action on Plastic Pollution
The Hill, July 5, 2021
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We need a global leader on plastics. Could it be Biden?
Grist, November 23, 2020
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Addressing the Microplastics Problem: Litigation, Legislation, and You
The ABA: The Young Lawyer, October 2020
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INSIGHT: Plastic Pollution Is an Environmental Justice Issue
Bloomberg Law, July 14, 2020
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The Match Between COVID-19 and Plastic Bans
The Regulatory Review, May 11, 2020
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How an Old Law Is Helping Fight New Plastic Problems
The Revelator, November 18, 2019
Food
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Local Food Saves the Day (Again)
Resilience, June 25, 2021
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Buyers should beware of organic labels on nonfood products
The Conversation, January 3, 2020
Sustainability
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Chemical Recycling: It’s not what you think
The Hill, October 20, 2021
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Individual Action, Collective Change: Six Ways Individuals Can Create Environmental Change
Harvard Law & Policy Review, October 10, 2019