Emma Clancy
Staff Attorney
Emma’s focus is Virginia energy law, and practicing before the Virginia State Corporation Commission, a state administrative body that regulates the electric and gas utilities. SELC is involved in a number of cases to protect ratepayers and encourage investment in cost-effective, clean energy solutions. In addition to conducting legal research, participating in evidentiary hearings, and drafting legal briefs, Emma regularly works with experts on technical issues relating to utility resource planning, rooftop solar, and energy efficiency. “These topics can be complex, but it’s incredibly rewarding to work with experts and partner organizations to address them head-on and convey a clear and persuasive case for cost-effective and creative clean energy solutions,” Emma said.
Emma previously worked in SELC’s South Carolina office on similar cases before the South Carolina Public Service Commission.
“I’m motivated at SELC by the chance to work with some of the smartest and most driven and passionate people, who are also incredibly kind and great mentors,” Emma said. “I also love being a part of an organization fighting to protect the environment in the South through creative, intelligent solutions that produce concrete results for the people in our region.”
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, magistrate clerk
- University of Virginia School of Law; executive editor, Virginia Environmental Law Journal
- Colby College, summa cum laude