1980’s
nGetting government off the back of business, Reagan’s deregulation.
nCutting EPA personnel by 20%, and EPA budget by more than 33%
nMuch of the
administrative burden associated with
environmental policy was shifted to the states.
nDecimated CEQ by drastic
cuts in its budget.
nAt the end of the
decade, congress faced public pressure
to oppose Reagan’s environmental policies.
nVoluntary Programs: ISO 14000.