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The Quest for Cleaner Gas: Engaging the Ecosystem
September 13, 2022Natural gas buyers have strong influence over supply chains, but have yet to expand contract terms to include emissions intensity. Investors can influence the market toward lower-emissions gas.More on:
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Inflation Reduction Act gives truck electrification a dose of adrenaline
September 12, 2022President Biden will make an appearance at the iconic Detroit Auto Show this week, where he’s sure to tout the historic jolt the Inflation Reduction Act will provide the electric car market. But the incentives of the IRA will reach beyond the Teslas, Mustang Mach-Es and Ford F-150 Lightnings that will get a significant boost …More on:
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New Partnership to Improve Air Quality, Advance Global Health and Climate Goals in Latin American and Caribbean Countries
September 7, 2022 | Amanda Leland, Executive DirectorCollaboration aims to strengthen regional cooperation to lower air pollution levels in the region, bringing them closer to World Health Organization’s newly updated Air Quality GuidelinesMore on:
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The Inflation Reduction Act is a victory for the climate. Here's what comes next
September 6, 2022The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 includes $369 billion in funding to tackle climate change. Now the law needs to deliver results on the ground. Environmentalists are rolling up their sleeves to make sure it's done right.More on:
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What policy instrument options are available to address methane emissions from the oil and gas sector?
September 3, 2022 | Kristina Mohlin, Senior Director & Distinguished Economist, Policy AnalysisThis blog was coauthored by Maureen Lackner, Huong Nguyen and Aaron Wolfe. New EDF Economics Discussion Paper describes the instrument options available to policy makers in both oil and gas producing as well as importing countries. Policy makers around the world are increasingly recognizing the need to drastically reduce methane emissions in parallel with carbon …More on:
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California Legislators Pass Ambitious Package Securing Climate Leadership
September 1, 2022 | Katelyn Roedner Sutter, California State DirectorCalifornia legislators just passed a strong climate package that will drive meaningful progress towards achieving carbon neutrality, responsibly deploying carbon capture technologies and solidifying community protections against pollution.More on:
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California Approves Clean Cars Standards, Speeds Toward a Future Free from Tailpipe Pollution
August 25, 2022 | Fred Krupp, PresidentCalifornia Approves Clean Cars Standards, Speeds Toward a Future Free from Tailpipe PollutionMore on:
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California Poised to Approve Clean Cars Plan, Speed Our Country Toward a Future Free from Tailpipe Pollution
August 24, 2022 | Fred Krupp, PresidentStatement of EDF President Fred KruppMore on:
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Handbook Provides Expert Guidance on Using High-Integrity Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF) to Decarbonize Aviation
August 22, 2022Featuring a foreword from Microsoft, EDF research offers new solutions and approaches to advance and leverage high-integrity SAFMore on:
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Every year the U.S. throws away 160 billion pounds of food. These students set out to do something about it
August 17, 2022About 35% of America's food supply goes to waste. If all of that food was grown in one place, the farm would cover three-quarters of California.More on:
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Video: Why this West Virginia coal mining family supports America's biggest ever climate law
August 17, 2022The Inflation Reduction Act would see $135b ploughed into renewable energy credits. It could help remake energy production in the U.S,More on:
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Meet three young heroes fighting food waste in corporate America
August 17, 2022About 35% of America's food supply goes to waste. If all of that food was grown in one place, the farm would cover three-quarters of California.More on:
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President Biden Signs Historic Climate Bill that Builds a Stronger America
August 16, 2022 | Fred Krupp, PresidentStatement of EDF President Fred Krupp – August 16, 2022More on:
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EDF launches ad urging North Carolina leaders to accelerate the state’s transition to electric trucks and buses
August 16, 2022 | Marilynn Marsh-Robinson, Director, Partnership & Outreach, Vehicles & FreightEDF launches ad urging North Carolina leaders to accelerate the state’s transition to electric trucks and busesMore on:
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To address climate change, U.S. makes historic investment in rural America
August 12, 2022 | Ben Thomas, Senior Policy Director, AgricultureNew legislation shows that the U.S. is serious about reducing climate risks and expanding opportunities in rural communities. The post To address climate change, U.S. makes historic investment in rural America first appeared on Growing Returns.More on:
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House Passes Historic Climate Bill that “Will Reshape the Decades Ahead”
August 12, 2022 | Fred Krupp, PresidentHouse Passes Historic Climate Bill that “Will Reshape the Decades Ahead”More on:
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Biden signs massive climate law
August 12, 2022The $369 billion package of clean energy investments will lower energy costs for families and businesses and create more than 9 million jobs over the next decade.More on:
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The biggest thing Congress has ever done to address climate change
August 12, 2022 | Fred Krupp, PresidentWith its $369 billion in climate and clean energy investments, the Inflation Reduction Act is the largest, most ambitious climate legislation Congress has ever passed.More on:
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“Welcome News” – Engine Manufacturers Drop Lawsuit Over California Freight Truck Pollution Standards
August 11, 2022 | Alice Henderson, Director & Lead Counsel, Transportation & Clean Air“Welcome News” – Engine Manufacturers Drop Lawsuit Over California Freight Truck Pollution StandardsMore on:
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LGIM America and EDF: A new kind of climate partnership
August 11, 2022 | Andrew Howell, Senior Director, Sustainable FinanceBy Neaaz Mozumder, Investment Stewardship Analyst, LGIM America and Andrew Howell, Director of Investor Influence, Environmental Defense Fund A year ago, LGIM America (LGIMA) and Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) announced a partnership to help “turbocharge investor leadership on climate change” and reduce emissions across high-emitting industries. Our shared plan focused on encouraging business leaders to …More on:
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Congestion Pricing Environmental Assessment Lists Major Benefits of New Program
August 10, 2022 | Mary Barber, State Director, New York and New JerseyCongestion Pricing Environmental Assessment Lists Major Benefits of New ProgramMore on:
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STUDY: New Research Links Higher Street-Level Traffic-Related Air Pollution with Increased Emergency Room Costs
August 9, 2022 | Ananya Roy, Senior Health ScientistA new EDF study published in the journal Atmospheric Environment finds that long-term exposure to traffic-related air pollution is associated with higher health care costs for older adults.More on:
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Net Zero: Obstacles and Catalysts for Business Climate Action
August 9, 2022Exploring research findings of interviews and surveys with companies navigating internal and external obstacles on their path to net zero.More on:
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Carbon savior or carbon bomb? The complicated story of Earth's peat bogs
August 8, 2022Once thought of as the ultimate carbon sink, peat bogs in warming, drying regions risk unleashing carbon into the atmosphere.More on:
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The Inflation Reduction Act: A breakthrough for lower energy costs and climate progress
August 5, 2022This post was authored by EDF policy experts. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senator Joe Manchin on July 27 announced the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 — an agreement that will improve Americans’ lives by fighting inflation, lowering healthcare costs, and making significant down payments on energy security and climate progress. If passed by …More on:
