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Give to CLEE

CLEE is an important part of UC Berkeley Law, advancing key work in environmental and energy law, yet operates as a self-sustaining center through the generous support of donors like you.

Your Donations in Action

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Deploying climate solutions

CLEE bridges the gap between thoughtful ideas and their on-the-ground implementation, channeling scholarship into real-world change.

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Advancing policy to create tangible improvements in people’s lives

CLEE partners with leaders across California and beyond to develop and advance practical policy solutions that improve everyday lives — by reducing pollution, promoting equitable infrastructure, and ensuring access to affordable housing, electricity, and clean transportation.

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Preparing the next generation of climate leaders

CLEE provides resources for students pursuing careers in energy & environmental law, including direct funding, special credentials, practice opportunities, one-on-one mentoring, and professional networks.

  • CLEE plays a vital role informing and accelerating California’s clean energy transition, especially at this critical moment. With its decades of experience, CLEE is uniquely well-positioned to work with decision-makers to advance solutions that are practical, thoughtful, and equitable.

    Commissioner Nancy Skinner

    California Energy Commission

  • CLEE is a special place because it’s a think tank that brings together the best of Berkeley Law—expertise, research, and a public service mission—to students. It supports student life and gives students like me the chance to contribute to real research. Those opportunities are truly priceless.

    Grayson A. Peters, J.D. ‘14

  • I paid virtually nothing for my state-supported, top-notch legal education. My contribution to CLEE is one way of paying it forward. And at the same time, that money supports our core beliefs in equitable access to education, leveling up social justice, and addressing the climate and environmental health of the planet that our children and grandchildren must inhabit.

    Ruth Greenspan Bell J.D. ’67

Learn About Our 2025 Impact

2025 Snapshot: Annual Report

Learn About Our 2025 Impact

2025 Snapshot: Annual Report

Amidst this year’s unprecedented challenges, CLEE’s mission remains vital. Our commitment to a sustainable, equitable future is unwavering. We continue to cultivate local and subnational partnerships, strengthen communities and infrastructure, and equip the next generation of environmental leaders to navigate our changing climate. Your partnership has been instrumental in our success, and we are grateful for the opportunity to share our impact.

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Thank you!

“We are so thankful to have you as a supporter in this journey. Our work—and your help—have never been more vital. Thank you for supporting CLEE! We could not do this without you!”

Dan Farber, CLEE Faculty Director
Louise Bedsworth, CLEE Executive Director

Give Today

Donate Online

The fastest way to give using UC Berkeley’s secure portal.

Visit give.berkeley.edu

Donate by Phone

Call us directly and provide your credit card information.

Call Us at (510) 643-9789

Donate by Check

  • Berkeley Law CLEE, c/o Gift Services, 1995 University Ave, Ste 400, Berkeley, CA 94704-1070
  • Make the check payable to: UC Berkeley Foundation: CLEE N6275

Contact Us

Judith Katz, Director of Advancement | 510-643-6044 | cleegiving@berkeley.edu

Strategic Giving Options

Corporate Partnerships

Law firms can engage with CLEE and support our work through our dedicated Partners Program. For more information, please email Judith Katz at cleegiving@berkeley.edu.

Learn more about the CLEE Partners Program

Your Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)

Recommending a grant from your Donor-Advised Fund is a tax-advantaged way to support CLEE. To give through your DAF, you’ll need to provide the number of the CLEE fund you wish to support and follow the instructions.

View DAF Giving Instructions

Give Non-Cash Assets

Donating appreciated assets like stocks, bonds & mutual funds to CLEE allows you to maximize your impact by avoiding capital gains taxes and claiming a charitable deduction for the full market value.

Give Non-Cash Assets

Planned Gifts: Trusts & Estates

To discuss the possibility of making a planned gift, please contact UC Berkeley Gift Services at 510.643.9789 / gifthelp@berkeley.edu or CLEE’s Director of Advancement judithkatz@berkeley.edu / 510-643-6044.

Create a Fund

Create a current-use or endowment fund. Examples include the Ideas to Action Fund, the Climate Solutions Wellspring Fund, or the Ziegler Fund. Contact Director of Advancement Judith Katz 510-643-6044 | cleegiving@berkeley.edu

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