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This first report in a new joint research series by Environmental Defense Fund and Resources for the Future examines US federal economic development programs and policies that can revitalize communities that have been historically reliant on fossil fuels. Daniel Raimi, Wesley Look, Molly Robertson of RFF and Jake Higdon of EDF contributed to the report described in this blog post.

This report is the first in a series from EDF and Resources for the Future on ensuring fairness for fossil fuel workers and communities in the move to a clean economy.

EDF fact sheet on how to avoid the most costly extreme weather impacts in North Carolina

New report on how federal programs can provide investment, support and ed tools to communities experiencing economic disruption due to energy transition.

Move Would Allow 5 Million Metric Tons More Dangerous Methane Pollution Each Year

Data is driving action to curb methane pollution, even as the Trump administration seeks to roll back federal methane safeguards.

Join us for a conversation with one of Florida’s top doctors to discuss the impacts of climate change on asthma and other health risks children face.

Here are the companies rising to the challenge and responding to stakeholder demands for environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership.

This report is based on a literature search of available information on the costs of climate change-fueled extreme weather events.

Today, Senator Richard Durbin (D-IL) introduced an ambitious climate solutions bill that would significantly cut carbon pollution.

EDF supports Climate Equity Act introduced by Harris and Ocasio-Cortez to address environmental injustice and climate inequality.

Stronger EPA standards are critical for our communities and families

Belize has announced another major milestone in its efforts to protect its marine resources and ocean ecosystems.

A study to examine oysters in Myanmar reveals alarming findings: widespread presence of human bacterial pathogens and human-derived microdebris materials.

A new poll from Morning Consult and EDF, shows that more than 65% of Americans think addressing climate change is an important priority.

EPA Should Withdraw Proposal to 'Cook the Books' in Effort to Gut Clean Air Protections

Texas regulators plan new long-term flaring exemptions despite calls to cut flaring; advocates urge clear goals, strong data, and accountability.

Vickie has assembled and mentored an A-team of environmental lawyers who are on the front lines of today’s fierce battles to defend America’s bedrock environmental laws.

Online shopping is at an all-time high, with total e-commerce spending in the U.S. hitting $82.5 billion, up 78% year-over-year. Are sites being transparent?

EDF and coalition oppose Trump administration rollback of Clean Power Plan, defending limits on power plant emissions.

Gov. Cuomo’s office announced that it would not move forward to place the Restore the Mother Nature Bond Act on the November ballot for voters to consider.

Around the world, we’ve seen dramatic improvement in air quality as a result of the response to COVID-19. While it’s come from an artificial and unwanted brake on the global economy, it’s drawn renewed attention to the devastating impacts of outdoor air pollution.

Denver court upholds Colorado’s 2019 methane rules, a win for clean air and climate and support for cost‑effective cuts from oil and gas pollution.

Today, along with a diverse, bipartisan group of 17 co-sponsors, Pennsylvania State Senate Minority Leader Jay Costa announced Senate Bill (S.B.) 15

EDF joined Earthjustice and other organizations from the environmental justice communities in challenging the Trump administration’s attack on the NEPA.