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Family beats politics in shaping Latino environmental beliefs. Here’s why it matters.
September 23, 2021 | Rainer Romero-Canyas, Lead Senior Behavioral Social ScientistIt's time to not only listen to our elders, but also the voices of our youth — and think of the broader family that is this country. -
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New Aircraft Measurements Once Again Detect High Levels of Methane in Permian Basin
September 23, 2021 | Jon Goldstein, Associate Vice President, Energy TransitionMethane measurements from the Permian Basin, the world’s largest oilfield, indicates continued oil and gas industry struggles to contain methane emissions.More on:
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EDF’s Kelley Kizzier Joins Board of New Governance Body on Voluntary Carbon Markets
September 22, 2021The governance body will establish a threshold for high-integrity carbon credits and ensure they are traded in robust, transparent and equitable markets.More on:
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Developing rural water leaders as drought and water scarcity intensify
September 22, 2021To tackle 21st century water challenges, we need new skills. The Water Leadership Institute can help. The post Developing rural water leaders as drought and water scarcity intensify first appeared on Growing Returns.More on:
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3 ways New York and New Jersey can address flooding in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida
September 22, 2021 | Kate Boicourt , Director, Climate Resilient Coasts and WatershedsHere's how New York and New Jersey can prepare for future hurricanes. The post 3 ways New York and New Jersey can address flooding in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida first appeared on Growing Returns.More on:
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4 actions fleets must take to be sustainability leaders today
September 22, 2021Electric trucks provide an opportunity for organizations with fleets to fundamentally transform the environmental impact of their operations. But rather than the incremental progress of better pollution control equipment and improved fuel efficiency we’ve seen play out over the past two decades, the technical innovation in electric vehicles over the past few years has been …More on:
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3 things to watch as New Mexico begins hearing on new oil and gas air pollution rules
September 22, 2021 | Jon Goldstein, Associate Vice President, Energy TransitionUnder Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, New Mexico has made oil and gas air pollution and methane reductions a focus of regulatory improvements, restoring enforcement teeth to the governor’s Oil Conservation Division and finalizing a strong methane waste rule that bans routine venting and flaring earlier this year. These critical policy efforts will reach a climax …More on:
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OGMP reporting framework offers investors a clear and credible standard to understand and track oil and gas methane emissions
September 22, 2021 | Andrew Baxter, Senior Director, Business and Energy TransitionBy Andrew Baxter Thanks to a decade of groundbreaking research, methane emissions from oil and gas operations have advanced from a relative afterthought among climate pollutants to an A-list issue in the global climate conversation, as well a widely acknowledged reputational, regulatory and financial liability for the industry. Major investors are demanding responsible methane action …More on:
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Illinois lays out blueprint for next generation climate legislation
September 22, 2021Immediately after the Future Energy Jobs Act was passed in 2016, EDF and our tremendous partners in the Illinois Clean Jobs Coalition started work again. Building on that momentum and with many new and diverse partners, the Coalition held over 100 listening sessions with communities about their top priorities for Illinois. During those listening sessions,More on:
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The Silver Anniversary of Sustainable Fisheries
September 22, 2021Unsustainable fishing remains among the planet’s most serious and elusive environmental challenges. When it comes to the ocean, scientists agree that while reducing and mitigating climate risks is the biggest long-term threat, getting fishing intensity right is the biggest near-term need. Unknown to most people, concerted efforts have been underway now for more than 25 …More on:
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China’s Coal Pledge is a Promising Move for Climate Action
September 22, 2021 | Fred Krupp, PresidentIn a United Nations address yesterday, Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged that China would not build new coal-fired power projects abroad, and would step up support for other developing countries to accelerate the transition to green and low-carbon energy. -
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Saving Lives Must Be Prioritized: Updated WHO Global Air Quality Guidelines Must Transform Data into Action for All
September 22, 2021 | Sergio Sánchez, Senior Policy Director, Global Clean AirThe World Health Organization’s update of the global Air Quality Guidelines is an important step forward.More on:
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4 Actions Fleets Must Take to be Sustainability Leaders Today
September 21, 2021The current decade is critical to put the medium and heavy-duty vehicle sector on a path toward a clean energy future. -
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Remembering Congressman Sherry Boehlert, an Environmental Statesman
September 21, 2021Remembering Congressman Sherry Boehlert, an Environmental Statesman -
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We need to go big to solve the climate crisis
September 21, 2021 | Steve Schwartzman, Associate Vice President, Tropical ForestsNatural climate solutions can provide 20% of all the emissions reductions we need by 2050 to keep average global warming under 2 C. Stopping tropical deforestation, allowing tropical forests to regenerate and restoring degraded lands are the most important methods, particularly in the next decade.More on:
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An Investor’s Guide to the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership
September 17, 2021This first-of-its-kind reporting framework is designed to improve the clarity and credibility of oil and gas industry methane emissions data.More on:
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U.S., EU Methane Pledge Cements Key Role for Methane on Climate Agenda
September 17, 2021 | Fred Krupp, PresidentStatement of EDF President Fred KruppMore on:
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US and EU methane push sets global benchmark
September 17, 2021 | Mark Brownstein, Senior Vice President, Energy TransitionThe U.S. and the European Union announced the best climate news we’ve had in a long time today, a commitment to cut their methane emissions 30%.More on:
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EDF Announces Additional $2.4 Million Ad Campaign Spend to Call for Build Back Better Agenda with Bold Clean Energy Provisions
September 16, 2021Ads show job-creating potential of clean energy and pro-climate investmentsMore on:
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Aquatic foods key to ending micronutrient deficiencies for millions, study finds
September 16, 2021166 million micronutrient deficiencies could be averted by 2030 if the global production of marine and freshwater foods is increased by 15.5 million tons.More on:
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House Ways & Means Committee Bolsters Vital Clean Energy, Electric Vehicle and Manufacturing Tax Credits
September 15, 2021Bold plan will drive clean energy investmentMore on:
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As Texas fails to stop flaring, EPA must act
September 15, 2021 | Nichole Saunders, Director and Senior Attorney, Energy TransitionRoutine flaring in Texas is, well, too routine. It’s wasteful, harmful for health and the climate, and getting permission to burn gas instead of finding a productive use for it is far too easy in our state. Over 1 trillion cubic feet of Texas gas have been vented or flared by operators in the past …More on:
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Climate Week 2021
September 15, 2021What happens at Climate Week matters more than ever: Global leaders and corporations must set the stage for significant climate commitments.