What is the difference between using tort law to protect the environment and using statutes and regulations?

Tort law is no longer an option. Statutes and regulations are the only means available to facilitate conflict resolution.

Tort law requires the involvement of government agencies. Statutes only accomplish change through the courts.

Tort law facilitates quick resolution to environmental conflict. Statutes involve individuals in a lengthy regulatory process.

There is no difference. Both methods produce the same result, a change in the way a business $($or person$)$ interacts with the environment.

Tort law requires damage and the involvement of individuals in litigation before change is made. Statutes empower agencies to achieve legislative ends.