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Press release
UK’s Ambitious Climate Target Puts it Firmly on Path to Net Zero Emissions by 2050
December 3, 2020 | Jill Duggan, Senior Advisor, Global PolicyEDF Europe welcomes the UK's announcement of its climate commitment under the Paris Agreement to reduce its emissions by at least 68% by 2030.More on:
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Blog post
Why Electric Utilities Must Engage in Climate Resilience Planning
December 3, 2020In a new EDF report we show that planning for climate risk is not only good practice, but is also legally required under state public utility law and tort law.More on:
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New Report Finds Climate Resilience Planning by Electric Utilities is Critically Important, Legally Required
December 3, 2020 | Michael Panfil, Senior Director and Lead Counsel of Climate Risk & Clean PowerA report by EDF and the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law at Columbia Law School finds that utilities have a legal obligation to plan for climate change.More on:
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Nevada’s State Climate Strategy Signals Need for More Ambitious Policies to Curb Pollution
December 2, 2020 | Katelyn Roedner Sutter, California State DirectorThe Nevada Climate Initiative released its inaugural State Climate Strategy, detailing the threats from climate change in the state of Nevada.More on:
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Four Leading Environmental and Science Groups Call on Automakers to Support Clean Car Standards
December 2, 2020 | Fred Krupp, PresidentAmerica’s most influential environmental and science organizations, including EDF, are calling on automakers to withdraw from a Trump administration lawsuit challenging state clean car authority.More on:
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Annual Report
2020: Resilience in a difficult year
December 1, 2020In a year of extraordinary challenges we have helped spur remarkable progress to fix environmental issues around the world. Here's our 2020 impact report. -
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Economic Team Is Further Evidence Biden Wants Bold Climate Action, Strong Economy
December 1, 2020 | Elizabeth Gore, Senior Vice President, Political AffairsStatement of EDF Senior Vice President Elizabeth GoreMore on:
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EDF Launches "Power Up, America" Campaign
November 30, 2020EDF launched a major effort to promote clean transportation and clean energy to boost the economy, cut harmful pollution and create healthier communities.More on:
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EDF lanza la campaña "Energizamos a América"
November 29, 2020 | Derek Walker, Vice President, Global Energy TransitionEDF campaña para promover el transporte y las energías limpias para impulsar la economía, reducir la contaminación y crear comunidades más saludablesMore on:
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Governor Wolf Vetoes Bill That Favored Oil Interests Over Public Health and Safety
November 25, 2020 | Adam Peltz, Director and Senior Attorney, Energy TransitionAdam Peltz, EDF Senior Attorney, Energy on legislation that reduces health and protections for oil and gas industry and shifts costs to taxpayers.More on:
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EV MAP Act would Help Build Out Needed Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
November 24, 2020 | Elgie Holstein, Senior Director, Federal AffairsEDF statement from Elgie Holstein, Senior Director for Strategic Planning on the bipartisan EV MAP, a big step to a clean and reliable transportation.More on:
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General Motors Withdraws Support for Trump Administration Legal Attack on State Clean Car Protections
November 23, 2020 | Fred Krupp, PresidentStatement of EDF President Fred KruppMore on:
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John Kerry Is One of the World's Most Effective Climate Champions
November 23, 2020Statement of EDF President Fred Krupp on the appointment of former Secretary of State John Kerry as Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Change with a position on the National Security Council.More on:
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Oil and gas industry commits to new framework to monitor, report and reduce methane emissions
November 23, 2020Joint press release from EDF and other leading organizations on the launch of OGMP 2.0 — a robust new tracking and disclosure system for methane emissions.More on:
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Newsletter
Issue 5: Have Your Say on Measures for China’s National Emissions Trading System
November 20, 2020Special November 2020 edition of EDF China Carbon Pricing Newsletter. Request for comments on two new measures which will be the foundation for the upcoming National Emissions Trading System.More on:
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Forest Credits Approved for Airlines’ Compliance with ICAO Carbon Market
November 20, 2020 | Ruben Lubowski, Former AVP, Climate and Forests, and Chief Natural Resource EconomistThe Council of the ICAO took a step forward on climate progress and approved select tropical forest protection programs for airlines’ use.More on:
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New Data: New Mexico’s Oil and Gas Methane Problem Persists, Proposed Rules Need Improvement to Protect State’s Health and Climate
November 20, 2020Proposed pollution rules in New Mexico must be strengthened to protect the state's public health and climate.More on:
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Alaska Snow Sport Athletes Launch Message Urging Leaders to Take a Strong Stand on Climate
November 19, 2020A broad coalition of Alaska snow sports athletes in partnership with EDF Alaska, released statewide messaging urging Alaska’s leaders to take a strong stand on climate change.More on:
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Trump EPA Rushes Assessment of Toxic Chemical 1,4-Dioxane, Putting Public Health at Risk
November 19, 2020 | Richard Denison, Former Lead Senior ScientistTrump EPA shows disdain for public input and scientific experts, and willingness to do industry bidding with draft of risk evaluation for 1,4-dioxane.More on:
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US Sustainable Aviation Fuel Act Can Help Reduce Airline Emissions
November 18, 2020 | Annie Petsonk, International CounselU.S. Rep. Julia Brownley (D-CA) today introduced the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Act, an innovative bill that takes a first step toward cutting the climate-harming pollution from airplanes.More on:
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New Report Showcases Innovative Finance Tools to Electrify Trucks, Buses
November 17, 2020 | Andrew H. Darrell, Chief of Strategy, Global Energy & FinanceUnlocking the climate, clean air potential of electric trucks and buses requires new way of thinking about financing.More on:
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Blog post
5 ways Biden can better protect us from toxic chemicals
November 17, 2020 | Richard Denison, Former Lead Senior ScientistPresident-elect Biden has the opportunity to repair the damage done by the Trump administration and to ensure that everyone in the country is better protected from hazardous chemicals, especially those whose health is most at risk.More on:
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Alliance Unveils Unprecedented Climate Policy Recommendations
November 17, 2020 | Elizabeth Gore, Senior Vice President, Political AffairsEDF and agriculture and environmental groups find ways that farmers, ranchers, forest owners and food sector can benefit from climate solutions.More on:
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Solutions
Bezos Earth Fund supports EDF science and solutions
November 16, 2020Confronting climate change has never been more urgent. EDF's generous grant of $100 million from the Bezos Earth Fund comes at a critical moment.More on:
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Environmental Defense Fund to Receive Bezos Earth Fund Grant
November 16, 2020 | Fred Krupp, President$100M gift will support critical efforts to curb climate pollution.