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Press release
New York City Carbon Challenge Advances Path to Clean Energy Economy
January 26, 2017EDF statement from Rory Christian, Director, New York Clean EnergyMore on:
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New Rate Plan Boosts Clean Energy in New York State
January 25, 2017New Rate Plan Boosts Clean Energy in New York StateMore on:
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Article
Ecosystem-based management of coral reefs and interconnected nearshore tropical habitats [PDF]
January 24, 2017The shallow, nearshore and intertidal areas of tropical regions across the globe harbor some of the most productive and diverse, but also most heavily impacted, marine ecosystems in the world (Wilkinson 2008; De’ath et al. 2012). By virtue of their proximity, coral reefs are inextricably linked to mangrove forests and seagrass beds, in terms of both facing common threats and supporting common species -
Nine Organizations Ask Governor Edwards to Reject Proposed Cuts to Coastal Fund
January 24, 2017Nine organizations focused on Louisiana coastal restoration sent letter to Gov. Edwards urging him to reject proposal that would strip $9.3 million from state’s budget. -
EDF puts forward strong legal argument about California's cap-and-trade design before Court of Appeal
January 24, 2017 | Erica Morehouse, Senior Director, Just & Equitable Mission EngagementEDF today put forward strong legal arguments supporting cap-and-trade auctions in oral arguments before the California Court of Appeal. -
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What's at stake when facts are ignored? Here are 10 examples.
January 23, 2017 | Keith Gaby, Vice President, Public AffairsWill the Trump administration's willingness to flout evidence affect this critical environmental data, too?More on:
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Statoil, Technology Developer and Environmental Defense Fund Partner to Deploy Innovative Methane Detection Device
January 18, 2017Statoil, an international energy company, is field testing technology that detects methane leaks at one of its production facilities in the Eagle Ford, TX. -
New Report Shows Chicago Shines on Building Energy Efficiency
January 17, 2017The City of Chicago released its 2016 Chicago Energy Benchmarking Report, an annual overview of Chicago buildings’ energy performance. -
Judge Rejects Efforts to Block Vital Natural Gas Waste Prevention Standards on Federal and Tribal Lands
January 16, 2017 | Peter Zalzal, Distinguished Counsel & Associate Vice President, Clean Air StrategiesWyoming judge denies preliminary injunction for BLM standards to reduce waste of natural gas on federal and tribal lands -
EPA Finishes Review – Leaves Strong Clean Cars Standards in Place
January 13, 2017 | Fred Krupp, PresidentEPA finishes mid term review of Clean Cars Standards -- leaves strong standards in place through 2025 -
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Ready to defend Obama's environmental legacy? Top 10 accomplishments to focus on
January 12, 2017 | Keith Gaby, Vice President, Public AffairsWhile advocates always want more, President Obama's environmental legacy is impressive. Here's a look at his top 10 environmental accomplishments.More on:
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New Poll Shows Majority of Louisianians View Coastal Land Loss as a “Crisis”
January 11, 2017Statewide, 93 percent of Louisianians say that protecting Louisiana’s coastal wetlands needs attention with 56 percent calling this issue a “crisis,” according to new poll released today. -
New Water Study Sheds Light on Cost-Competitive Alternatives to ‘Buy And Dry’
January 11, 2017 | Brian Jackson, Director, Western WaterEDF urges Colorado policy makers to think differently about water management -
New Report Recommends Steps to Build on and Further Strengthen the Social Cost of Carbon
January 11, 2017NASEM outlines steps to build on and further strengthen the social cost of carbon – the used estimate of the cost of damages caused by carbon pollution. -
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New York Gets Closer to a Clean Energy Future with New Environmental Commitments
January 10, 2017EDF statement from Rory Christian, Director, New York Clean EnergyMore on:
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Blog post
Cincinnati and Ohio show leadership in identifying and disclosing lead service lines
January 9, 2017Knowing if you have a lead service line (LSL) can help you decide whether to use a filter or replace the line.More on:
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Article
Trump's EPA pick sided with polluters – who gave millions to his political agenda
January 4, 2017 | Keith Gaby, Vice President, Public AffairsScott Pruitt's repeated collaboration with big polluters undermines confidence in his ability to enforce clean air and water protections.More on:
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D.C. Circuit Will Not Delay Briefing on Carbon Pollution Standards for New Power Plants
January 4, 2017DC Circuit Court rules that briefing schedule will not be extended in case about carbon pollution standards for new power plants -
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Louisiana Releases Draft 2017 Coastal Master Plan to Meet Challenges of Land Loss
January 3, 2017Louisiana releases draft 2017 Coastal Master Plan that, if approved, will serve as blueprint for state’s coastal restoration and protection activities.More on:
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N.C. Governor Roy Cooper names Michael Regan as secretary of environment
January 3, 2017North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper today named Michael Regan secretary of the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality. Regan was previously associate vice president for clean energy at En -
Ohio Governor Stands Up for Clean Energy Economy
December 27, 2016Ohio Governor Stands Up for Clean Energy Economy -
BLM Updates Mitigation Policy to Ensure Sustained Prosperity of America’s Public Lands
December 23, 2016 | Eric Holst, Associate Vice President, ForestsStatement by Eric Holst, Associate Vice President, Working Lands -
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What is needed to sustain healthy ocean ecosystems and local livelihoods in Myanmar?
December 22, 2016Myanmar is a nation with a diverse array of ecosystems, each contributing significantly to local livelihoods, food security and culture. There is tremendous potential for Myanmar’s fisheries, if sustainably managed, to support the ecological, economic and social welfare of its people. The transition to sustainability will require an overarching plan that includes the use of … -
Clean Air Advocates Ask Court to Uphold Carbon Pollution Standards for New Power Plants
December 21, 2016EDF and coalition members file brief in challenge to carbon standards for new power plants -
EDF Applauds President Obama’s Decision to Close Arctic and Atlantic Waters to Offshore Oil and Gas Development
December 20, 2016 | Fred Krupp, PresidentPresident Obama