Even as the administration in Washington ignores the dangers of climate change, we have reasons to hope.
To stop the rise of climate pollution – while growing the economy – we've zeroed in on solutions with the biggest impact.
Move to a 100% clean economy in the U.S. »
Why: The best science says the world must move aggressively to limit and remove pollution to avoid the worst impacts of climate change.
How: Enact national legislation that puts a limit on climate pollution while letting everyone find faster and cheaper ways to meet our goals.
Lower climate pollution from oil and natural gas now »
Why: We'll slow climate change if we cut carbon pollution and potent gases like methane, even as we decarbonize the energy sector.
How: We're targeting key states to pass methane standards, pushing for national action, and sparking innovative, data-driven projects that are helping companies and countries speed reductions worldwide.
Boost efforts to help China effectively slash pollution »
Why: China is now the world's top emitter of climate pollution.
How: We're working with China's government to establish the largest carbon emission trading program in the world and to accelerate their shift to a low-carbon economy by addressing methane emissions.
Foster sustainable land use »
Why: Deforestation and some agricultural practices are major contributors to climate change.
How: We're advancing ideas that help increase the value of tropical rainforests, and we’re partnering with farmers in the U.S. to reduce emissions from fertilizer.
Updates on our climate work
Climate and energy posts
Posts by EDF experts, written for a general audience
5 things to know for the UN Climate Action Summit and Climate Week 2019
September 18, 2019
Viewer, beware: TV news is missing the boat on hurricane coverage
September 10, 2019
Extreme weather is driving the energy storage boom
September 5, 2019
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Press releases
September 20, 2019
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September 17, 2019
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Publications
- Type: ReportDate: September 20, 2019Protecting groundwater quality is an essential component of sustainable water management. However, active groundwater management often focuses on maintaining groundwater quantity – a target that does not always ensure groundwater quality goals are met.
- Type: Information about EDFDate: September 16, 2019EDF will be participating in a number of events during UN Climate week in New York City, September 21 - 26.
- Type: ReportDate: September 10, 2019States that embrace innovative new ways to finance on-farm conservation can deliver multiple benefits to farmers, state residents, taxpayers and the environment.
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