Legal Templates

Here you can download model laws, resolutions, and other legal instruments that support a paradigm shift to better protect the planet. You can also customize and download letter templates encouraging governments, businesses, schools, and other actors to support Earth-centered legal movements. Our initial launch focuses on the United States, but we will expand in the future.

Here you can download model laws, resolutions, and other legal instruments that support a paradigm shift to better protect the planet. You can also customize and download letter templates encouraging governments, businesses, schools, and other actors to support Earth-centered legal movements. Our initial launch focuses on the United States, but we will expand in the future.

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Green Amendment Step by Step Guide

A comprehensive, step-by-step blueprint to creating a Green Amendment.

Jul 26, 2023 11:11 PM

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Preamble on the Rights of Future Generations

A generic preamble on the rights of future generations to include in any legal instrument, with regularly updated information.

Apr 26, 2023 8:46 PM

Rights of Future Generations
Municipal

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Band Council Resolution

A resolution for recognition of rights of a natural entity by a First Nation recognized under the Indian Act.

Apr 26, 2023 8:46 PM

Indigenous Earth Law
Indigenous

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Animal Species Rights Proclamation

A proclamation supporting the animal rights/nonhuman rights.

Jun 4, 2024 11:36 AM

Animal / Species Rights
General

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State Constitutional Amendment

A Rights of Nature state constitutional amendment that would help local communities more easily join the movement.

Apr 26, 2023 8:46 PM

Rights of Nature
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Universal Declaration for Ocean Rights Support Declaration

A state resolution supporting the rights of the Ocean, including rights for marine ecosystems and species.

Apr 26, 2023 8:46 PM

Rights of Nature
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Reciprocal Zoning Concept Note & Template

A legal framework for municipalities to incorporate reciprocal zoning into their planning ordinances.

Mar 4, 2025 6:11 AM

Ecocentric Land Models
Municipal

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Model Green Amendemnt Language

A state constitutional amendment on the human right to a healthy environment.

Sep 11, 2023 12:47 PM

Human Environmental Rights
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"Rights of Nature Easement Provision"

A legal template to create a rights of nature easement provision.

Mar 4, 2025 6:12 AM

Ecocentric Land Models
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Disclaimer: These are open source templates, not universally applicable solutions. We acknowledge that laws and policies should be adapted to differing cultural and political situations. These templates are not legal advice. If you desire legal support, please reach out to a licensed attorney.