Global Warming

Stage Set for Major Climate Action in 2009

President-elect Obama has pledged a "new chapter" on climate change — starting with a cap on carbon. 

Underside of table coral and soldierfish off Baker Island in the Central Pacific. Photo credit: J.E. Maragos.

New Marine Monuments

Pristine Coral Reefs in Central Pacific Will Be Safeguarded

President Bush has announced strong protections for a vast area, larger than California, that includes nine tropical coral islands and surrounding waters.

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How we get winning results

A Year of Progress:
Our 2008 Annual Report

We use strong science, economic incentives and partnerships with diverse allies to achieve fair solutions.

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Carbon offsets help cut global warming pollution. EDF's vetted list of carbon offset projects helps interested firms get started.

Carbon Offset List

If you're looking to neutralize the carbon you or your firm produce, see our set of high-quality projects.

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Cover of The New York Times best-selling book Earth: The Sequel by EDF president Fred Krupp and coauthor Miriam Horn.

The Race To Reinvent Energy

The riveting tale of how America's smartest are tackling climate change, by Fred Krupp and Miriam Horn.  

Wild salmon from Alaska, like this grilled salmon steak garnished with tomatoes and limes, is an Eco-Best choice on our Seafood Selector.

See the Top 10 Eco-Best Fish

Choose seafood that is safe to eat and healthy for the oceans. Also find which fish you should avoid.

A globe ringed by circles is from the cover of the USCAP coalition's 2007 report.

U.S. Climate Action Partnership

We've teamed up with leading companies to lay out a blueprint for change.

A modern compact fluorescent light bulb, or CFL, such as the one shown, can look nearly identical to a traditional bulb but uses about one-quarter of the energy.

Light Bulb Guide

Energy-saving light bulbs now come in all shapes and sizes. Our guide helps you choose.

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James D. Marston

Director of the Texas Regional Office, Director of State Climate Initiatives, Senior Attorney

Leads our efforts on environmental policy in Texas. Sets agenda for Texas office on issues including air pollution, water quality, and energy.