Preventing the Next Kudzu: A Life-cycle Approach to Low Invasion-potential Bioenergy Production
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New Frontiers for Ballast Water Treatment at the Intersection of Science, Technology and Policy
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Webinar
Invasive Species: Contact Us
James M. McElfish
Director, Sustainable Use of Land Program
mcelfish@eli.org
Tel: (202) 939-3840
Invasive Species and Climate Change: Addressing the Intersecting Drivers of Ecosystem Transformation
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Invasive Species Seminar Series
ELI's Invasive Species Seminars convene interdisciplinary experts to discuss emerging policy issues related to the introduction into and spread of invasive species within the United States. Our goal is to help lawyers, policymakers, land managers, and other stakeholders halt the invasion by highlighting new and effective models and opportunities for invasive species prevention. All seminars are archived online for future viewing at the links below.
Seminars
New Tools for Responsible Shipping in the Great Lakes: Using Financial Responsibility Policies to Prevent Ballast-Borne Biological Pollution
Date Released
July 2009
This white paper identifying financial responsibility tools that could be used to protect the Great Lakes economy and environment from biological pollution introduced in ballast water. The white paper introduces the legal framework governing ballast water discharge, discusses liability for discharge of untreated ballast water, and illustrates how financial responsibility mechanisms can be applied to address the potential liabilities and environmental damage arising from ballast water discharge.
Effects of Climate Change on Aquatic Invasive Species and Implications for Management and Research
Date Released
February 2008
This ELI-authored EPA report considers the interactions of climate change and aquatic invasive species (AIS). It analyzes the existing scientific literature on the effects climate change will have on AIS and considers provisions for adaptation to changing conditions in existing state AIS management plans. Based on this analysis, ELI offers five recommendations for states to maintain and improve state AIS management programs and activities in a changing climate.