Background image: A photo of two people sampling grass on a hill. Photo by Will Brinkerhoff

The Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management is a multidisciplinary program that recognizes the urgency of the challenges facing our environment, and the enormous opportunities that may lead to transformative change.


Department Highlights

An aerial shot of water channels meandering through green fields.

New digital tool shows where exactly California’s water goes

The COEQWAL project, led by ESPM Professor Ted Grantham, is helping communities explore how shifting the state’s water priorities could impact agriculture, cities and ecosystems.

A man gesturing speaking to an audience in an outdoor setting.

Raising the Bar for Conservation in Yellowstone

A panel discussion gathered conservationists, researchers, and landowners to discuss the importance of building trust-based partnerships in large landscape conservation.

Headshot of ESPM Professor Rachel Morello-Frosh

ESPM Professor Rachel Morello-Frosh is named inaugural associate provost for energy, climate, and environment.

The public health expert and Berkeley professor will unite scholars across campus to address crucial environmental challenges.

Upcoming Events