Science
Creating bold solutions based on research
Why science matters: It takes rigorous science to protect people and the planet. One example: Our groundbreaking studies put the powerful climate pollutant methane on the global agenda — and we launched a satellite to map, measure and reduce it.
How we use this powerful approach: Our scientists lead large-scale collaborations with university and industry partners to guide our work, building on the legacy of the scientists who founded EDF more than 50 years ago. Whether we’re mapping climate pollution from space or cutting air pollution on the ground, science drives all we do.
Our work using science to drive lasting change
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OverviewOur cutting-edge science is guiding global action to cut methane
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VideoGhana’s traditional fishers are using new tech to bolster climate-smart fishing
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Blog postWe need to know more about leaks before betting big on hydrogen
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ArticlePlanet-warming methane pollution far exceeds EPA estimates
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VideoEDF explains: What is blue carbon?
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ProjectOur pioneering work to map and measure local air pollution
Updates
Read the latest articles, blogs and press releases on science.
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Growing Strong: Methane Mitigation Industry Expands Nationwide, Driving Economic Growth and Cutting Emissions
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EDF’s Caribbean team receives prestigious AAAS award for science diplomacy
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Electrifying New York City’s trucks and buses would save billions and prevent hundreds of deaths per year, new study finds
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STUDY: smaller, dispersed sources account for majority of U.S oil & gas methane emissions
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Study shows small sources account for large share of oil & gas methane emissions, underscores importance of key federal initiatives
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Undermining science threatens progress on critical issues — including climate change
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Our science experts
We bring wide-ranging perspectives and skills to our scientific work. Meet some of the people who make it happen.
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Senior Vice President, Chief Scientist
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Associate Chief Scientist
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Associate Chief Scientist
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Associate Vice President, Oceans Science
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Lead Senior Behavioral Social Scientist
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Senior Climate Scientist
Partner perspective
Scientists don’t always understand how to get people to act on their data. That’s where EDF has proven to be superb.
Daniel McCleese
Chair, MethaneSAT Science Advisory Group
Media contact
Anne Marie Borrego
(202) 572-3508 (office)
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