EVSP411 Environmental Policy, Regulation, and Law Assignment 1 American Military
University
Comparison of the Environmental State: 1948 vs. Today
Environmental Regulations Past and Present: Comparison of the Environmental State: 1948 vs.
Today
Abel Castaneda Jr
American Military University
EVSP411 Environmental Policy, Regulation, and Law
Professor Browning, Lisa
, Comparison of the Environmental State: 1948 vs. Today 2
Environmental Regulations Past and Present: Comparison of the Environmental State: 1948 vs.
Today
The environmental state in the United States in 1948 was marked by rapid industrial and
urban growth, characterized by a lack of robust ecological regulations. This era saw the
widespread use of synthetic chemicals such as hexachlorocyclohexane (HCH), which contributed
to extensive contamination due to minimal oversight (Li, 1999). Scientific understanding of
climate dynamics at the time was elementary, with limited emphasis on anthropogenic factors
and a primary focus on natural climate variability (Axelrod, 1948).
Fast forward to today, the environmental landscape has transformed dramatically.
Persistent organic pollutants like HCH are banned in most developed nations, reflecting the
acknowledgment of their long-term toxicological effects on ecosystems and human health (Li,
1999). Public and governmental awareness of climate change is now robust, supported by
extensive research and data-driven policies that shape environmental practices (Emerton et al.,
2016). Urbanization has transitioned from unchecked expansion to regulated growth guided by
environmental impact assessments and comprehensive zoning laws (Fekete, 2023). Public health
strategies have evolved to address the link between extreme weather events and health outcomes,
exemplified by improved responses to precipitation-driven waterborne diseases (Curriero et al.,
2001).
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