Mary C. Wood

About the Author

Mary C. Wood is a distinguished legal scholar and professor emerita at the University of Oregon School of Law, where she has dedicated her career to advancing the understanding of environmental law and natural resource management. With a deep commitment to sustainable practices and policy reform, Wood has influenced generations of lawyers and policymakers through her rigorous analysis of legal frameworks governing land, water, and wildlife. Her seminal work, Natural Resources Law, 2d (American Casebook Series), serves as a cornerstone text in legal education, offering comprehensive insights into the evolving doctrines that balance human needs with ecological preservation. Beyond academia, Wood is a passionate advocate for climate justice, frequently contributing to public discourse on the urgent challenges facing our planet's resources.