
Ethan Elkind
Director of the Climate Program at the Center for Law, Energy and the Environment at UC Berkeley School of Law and host of the podcast Climate Break, providing expert analysis on climate and energy policy.
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Sep 25, 2025 • 56min
New State Climate Plan To Reduce Energy Costs, Fortify Grid
In this insightful discussion, Ethan Elkind, Director of the Climate Program at UC Berkeley, and Guy Marzorati, KQED correspondent, dive into California's ambitious new climate legislation. They explore how recent bills aim to lower electricity costs while reinforcing the energy grid against wildfires. The guests shed light on the intense negotiations that led to these initiatives and the potential impacts on both consumers and the oil industry. They also address environmental justice concerns and the broader political context, making for a compelling analysis.

Aug 18, 2025 • 56min
What New CEQA Reforms Aimed at Streamlining Housing Production Mean for the Environment
Ethan Elkind, Director of the Climate Program at UC Berkeley, and Wade Crowfoot, Secretary of the California Natural Resources Agency, dive deep into California's ongoing struggle between housing development and environmental protection. They explore the recent CEQA reforms aimed at streamlining housing production. The conversation highlights the tension between legislative measures and ecological concerns, emphasizing the need for modernized regulations to address both climate change and housing demands effectively.

Apr 16, 2025 • 56min
How President Trump Aims to Dismantle Environmental Protections
Ethan Elkind, a climate law expert from UC Berkeley, delves into Trump’s executive orders threatening California's environmental policies. Abigail Dillen of Earthjustice discusses legal battles against these rollbacks. Lisa Friedman from The New York Times sheds light on the repercussions of these actions, particularly on federal agencies and research funding. Sonia Aggarwal, former Biden climate advisor, highlights the economic implications for clean energy and electric vehicles. Together, they explore the balance of power between state and federal authorities in combating climate change.