Environmental Law Clinic

ELC students walking in a green field near a refinery

The clinic tackles critical environmental health and environmental justice issues through litigation, administrative agency practice, legislation, and policy analysis on behalf of real-world clients.

Clinic files lawsuit over radioactive waste at Hunters Point Naval Shipyard against the United States Navy and Environmental Protection Agency.

About Us

The clinic prepares students to be creative and effective environmental lawyers, to address the legal needs of underserved communities, and to make an environmental difference. Learn more.
Information for Students

Students gain practical lawyering and tactical skills while representing individuals and institutions in litigation, administrative agency practice, legislation, and policy analysis. Learn more.
Our Work

Our environmental health and justice work reduces exposure to toxic chemicals and radiation, promotes clean energy, and increases access to clean drinking water. Learn more.

Clinic News

US Navy accused of cover-up over dangerous plutonium in San Francisco
(11/27/2025)
Heavy metals in retardant
(04/03/2025)
Alaska Natives want the US military to clean up its toxic waste
(03/19/2025)
Sivuqaq delegation calls for accountability on military cleanup
(03/19/2025)
California limits on ‘forever chemicals’ PFAS in products are effective, study says
(11/22/2024)
A California law has long required warnings for toxic chemicals. Researchers finally know if they work
(11/04/2024)

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Faculty

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Claudia Polsky

Clinic Director

Steve Castleman

Clinical Supervising Attorney

APPLY TO THE CLINIC

Clinical Program Contact Information: 510.643.4800 • clinicalprogram@law.berkeley.edu