Fishers on a fishing boat on the water with sunset
A billion people depend on the oceans for food globally. We give fishers ways to strengthen their communities while fishing sustainably.
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Scientific evidence of climate change, such as rising temperatures and melting glaciers, drives EDF to create large-scale solutions that last.
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We team up with a wide variety of partners, from farmers to top companies, on environmental projects where we can make the most impact.

Together, we create lasting solutions to our biggest environmental challenges.

Learn what we do

EDF is one of the world’s leading environmental organizations. We’ve been driving results for more than 50 years.

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Our key priorities

We take on climate change and other grave threats by identifying what’s most urgent and where we can make the most difference.

How we get results that last

To stand the test of time, a solution needs broad support. That’s why we bring together people from all sides to tackle challenges from many perspectives, not just the environmental one.

Science

Using evidence to drive solutions

Economics

Rewarding people who protect nature

Partnerships

Building alliances across sectors

Advocacy

Shaping policy and taking legal action

Issues we address

Explore the full range of our work around the world.

News and blogs

Our impact: Here's what we accomplished together in 2020

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