Dr. Howard Learner

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Biography

Howard Learner is an experienced environmental and clean energy attorney and lecturer at the University of Chicago Law School. He serves as the CEO and President of the Environmental Law & Policy Center (ELPC), a leading organization in environmental legal advocacy and eco-business innovation. Under his leadership, ELPC has received the American Bar Association's prestigious National 2023 Award for Excellence in Environmental, Energy, and Resources Stewardship. Learner focuses on accelerating climate change solutions and advancing smart growth transportation strategies to address climate change problems while protecting the Great Lakes and preserving the region's natural beauty. He has been admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and holds a J.D. from Harvard Law School and a B.A. with Honors from the University of Michigan. Additionally, Learner has taught seminars on climate change, energy law, and environmental constitutionalism as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Michigan Law School from 2009 to 2023.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

— Present

University of Chicago Law School • Chicago, IL

Lecturer in Law focusing on environmental and clean energy law.

CEO/President

— Present

Environmental Law & Policy Center • Chicago, IL

Leading the Environmental Law & Policy Center, specializing in environmental advocacy and clean energy development.

General Counsel

— Present

Business Professional People Public Interest • Date Not Provided

Specialized in complex environmental and civil rights litigation.

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Writing sample Candidate statement
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy