About
Jason J. Czarnezki is the Dean and Professor of Law at the Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology. He previously served as Associate Dean of Environmental Law Programs at Pace University’s Elisabeth Haub School of Law, where he elevated its Environmental Law Program to a #1 national ranking. His academic roles include visiting professorships at Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies and DePaul University College of Law. He holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Law from Uppsala University (2019), a J.D. (2003) and B.A. (2000) from the University of Chicago.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Environmental Law, Uppsala University, Sweden (2019)
- J.D., University of Chicago (2003)
- B.A., University of Chicago (2000)
Research focuses on environmental law, natural resources policy, food systems, sustainable business strategies, and the role of technology in climate policy. He has held international fellowships and affiliations with Oxford University, Uppsala University, and the University of Tromsø. His publications include seminal works on green procurement and everyday environmentalism.
Awards & Affiliations:
- Olof Palme Visiting Professor (Stockholm University, 2020)
- Fulbright Fellowship (Sun Yat-sen University, China)
- Member: American Bar Association (Environment, Energy, and Resources Section)
- Academy of Food Law & Policy
Notable achievements include advancing interdisciplinary legal education, fostering sustainable business initiatives, and contributing to global climate policy frameworks. His work bridges academic scholarship with practical policy solutions.
