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We’ve come to our final blog in our series on sustainable aquaculture for EDFish. Now that we’ve covered aquaculture feed, escapes, and diseases, we’ll wrap up the discussion with a look at technology’s role in sustainable aquaculture. With appropriate investment and incentives, ocean farming technologies and innovations could address sustainability risks for farming seafood in …

What’s New?  With more than 70,000 lead service lines, Milwaukee holds the #5 spot in our top 10 cities with the most lead pipes. But the city is taking action to get the lead out. Officials are implementing a robust replacement program that leverages federal funding to focus on neighborhoods that need it the most.  …

The Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Program recently announced additional funding awards for Round 1 applicants, totaling $521.19 million in grants to 51 applicants as part of a broader effort to expand electric vehicle  charging. These funds were allocated to urban and rural areas in 29 states, the District of Columbia, and eight Tribal communities. The …

Health, Environmental, Community Groups Urge Court Not to Stay Vital Climate, Health Protections

EDF statement on the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) issuing its finalized guidance for regulated exchanges listing carbon credit-based derivatives.

A newly introduced House bill would, in effect, carve out dangerous exemptions to existing federal law so that plastics incinerators can operate without meeting vital protections for people's health and the environment.

Protect Dinétah joint statement on the approval of Navajo Nation EPA’s Minor Source Program Regulations by the Navajo Nation Council Resource Development Committee

Developing a robust charging infrastructure at and around fleet depots and other facilities where trucks operate is critical to enabling the expeditious deployment of zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. The Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit, also known as the 30C tax credit, is one of the most impactful policies for achieving this end and …

by Maia Draper & Phillip Martin Transportation accounts for 24% of greenhouse gas emissions in Texas. Throughout the state, areas with the greatest concentration of traffic are often found to be in nonattainment — a designation from the Environmental Protection Agency that pollution levels exceed air quality standards. Texas’ cities can engage in transportation and …

The journey toward a clean energy economy is complex and filled with technical, economic, and social challenges. Electricity models are key tools for driving this transformation, providing precision and insight into the potential outcomes of energy policies and technological shifts. At the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), we are working to make these tools more accessible …

This is the seventh year of the contest, which encourages students to THINK BIG about Houston’s environmental problems and potential solutions.

Fall is a time for many of us to return to work after a (hopefully) relaxing summer break. For many state environmental regulators across the U.S., this fall is also an opportunity to dive in on the important issue of reducing methane emissions from oil and gas development. That’s why it is very encouraging that …

A new report commissioned by EDF finds that blending hydrogen into the existing natural gas pipeline system would achieve limited greenhouse gas reductions and could continue New York’s reliance on natural gas beyond 2050.

Results were released today for Washington’s third quarterly auction of 2024, administered last Wednesday by the Department of Ecology (Ecology). During the auction, participating entities submitted their bids for allowances. Under the Climate Commitment Act — Washington’s landmark climate law which sets a binding, declining limit on pollution — Washington’s major emitters are required to …

A new, free leadership program in South Tucson and Ambos Nogales will offer a unique opportunity for the next generation of water leaders to explore water challenges in their communities and beyond.

In-depth cover crop financial data from 141 Minnesota and Wisconsin farms informs farmers’ cover crop decisions.

As farmers grapple with severe weather conditions, it's crucial to support them in implementing climate-smart agriculture practices that can bolster the resilience of their operations.

As part of Project 11, muck dredged out of the heavily industrialized Houston Ship Channel will be dumped in residential communities. Residents want to know what's in it.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today finalized a rule that will provide much-needed health protections from toxic air pollution emitted by industrial facilities, including petrochemical plants.

As California’s 2024 Legislative session comes to a close, Environmental Defense Fund applauds state lawmakers for sending four key bills to Governor Gavin Newsom.

As we race to decarbonize the economy this decade, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has provided an enormous economic opportunity for the clean energy industry. With costs of deploying clean energy solutions becoming so low, we are in a critical window of time to adopt new carbon policies and lock in “cost-optimal” model projections and …

The Water Leadership Institute demonstrates that local leaders want — and should have — a voice in water governance. As water crises deepen across the American West, we need more pathways for their participation. Rosanai Paniagua admits that she felt a sense of hopelessness after joining the Richgrove Community Services District board, eager to help …

  Extreme weather caused by climate change is a threat to human health and safety, but it is also increasingly the cause of serious economic disruptions. And in the transition to a lower carbon economy, companies are navigating both opportunities and challenges. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently adopted a rule to better equip …

Results of the latest Western Climate Initiative (WCI) auction were released today. While the auction sold out for the 16th consecutive time, a decline in the settlement price indicates potential market uncertainty about the cap-and-trade program’s design in the future. This auction is expected to generate roughly $950 million for the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund …

As Inflation Reduction Act Turns Two, Investments Reach $199 Billion, U.S. Jobs Top 200,000