An evidence-based look at permitting reform

Jamie Pleune, a law professor at the University of Utah with expertise in environmental policy, discusses the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and recent permitting reforms. She highlights the impact of litigation on project timelines and the intricacies of different NEPA review tiers. Pleune emphasizes the need for evidence-based decision-making to mitigate delays, while ensuring safety and effective stakeholder engagement, particularly from indigenous communities. The conversation unveils the balance between streamlining processes and maintaining environmental standards.