Rebecca M. Bratspies

Rebecca M. Bratspies is a Professor at the City University of New York (CUNY) School of Law, focusing on environmental law, international law, and regulatory governance. Her work bridges the gap between human rights and environmental protection, with a strong emphasis on climate justice and sustainable urban development.

• Environmental Law
• Human Rights
• Climate Change
• Biotechnology Regulation
• Disaster Recovery

Her recent articles address pressing issues such as climate equity, renewable energy transitions, and environmental justice, particularly in New York City. She explores the intersection of law, governance, and societal well-being, often analyzing case studies like the Trail Smelter Arbitration and the BP Deepwater Horizon disaster.

Bratspies has authored 75 scholarly papers, with a focus on environmental governance, regulatory trust, and the role of law in addressing the climate crisis. Her work has been cited 34 times, indicating significant academic influence.

She is also involved in interdisciplinary collaborations, particularly in the areas of climate policy, energy justice, and disaster management. Her teaching and research emphasize the need to decolonize legal frameworks and promote equity in environmental decision-making.