Templates
Here you can download model laws, resolutions, and other legal instruments that support a paradigm shift to better protect the planet. You can also customize and download letter templates encouraging governments, businesses, schools, and other actors to support Earth-centered legal movements. Our initial launch focuses on the United States, but we will expand in the future.
Here you can download model laws, resolutions, and other legal instruments that support a paradigm shift to better protect the planet. You can also customize and download letter templates encouraging governments, businesses, schools, and other actors to support Earth-centered legal movements. Our initial launch focuses on the United States, but we will expand in the future.
Letter
Teach Earth Law in Your School
A letter to any school (primary to JD/PhD) encouraging them to teach Earth Law as a field of study.
Apr 27, 2023 3:44 PM
Letter
Earth Law Center Letter to United Nations Special Rapporteur on Human Rights and the Environment - Ocean Rights and Human Rights
The Earth Law Center’s letter to the UN Special Rapporteur emphasizes the intersection of Ocean Rights and Human Rights, advocating for legal recognition, protection, and sustainable governance of our Ocean.
Mar 4, 2025 6:18 AM
Letter
Earth Law Center Letter to United Nations Special Rapporteur on Human Rights and the Environment - Overview of the implementation of the Right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment
The Earth Law Center’s letter to the UN Special Rapporteur highlights progress, challenges, and recommendations for implementing the Right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment under international law.
Mar 4, 2025 6:16 AM
Legal
Model Laws for Deep Decarbonization in the United States
A collection of over 80 model laws for legislators, advocates, educators, and all those at the federal, state and local levels who seek to achieve deep reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. From the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law.
Mar 4, 2025 6:15 AM
Legal
"Rights of Nature Easement Provision"
A legal template to create a rights of nature easement provision.
Mar 4, 2025 6:12 AM
Legal
Reciprocal Zoning Concept Note & Template
A legal framework for municipalities to incorporate reciprocal zoning into their planning ordinances.
Mar 4, 2025 6:11 AM
Legal
Animal Species Rights Ordinance
A local ordinance ensuring rights of a specific animal species.
Jun 4, 2024 11:42 AM
Legal
Animal Species Rights Resolution
A resolution in support of protecting an animal species by recognizing their rights.
Jun 4, 2024 11:39 AM
Legal
Animal Species Rights Proclamation
A proclamation supporting the animal rights/nonhuman rights.
Jun 4, 2024 11:36 AM
Disclaimer: These are open-source templates, not universally-applicable solutions. We acknowledge that laws and policies should be adapted to differing cultural and political situations. These templates are not legal advice. If you desire legal support, please reach out to a licensed attorney.
