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Key things we learned from studying methane in the nation’s largest oilfield
By Ben Hmiel and Jon Goldstein After three years of actively collecting methane emissions data in the Permian Basin, researchers have gained new insights that will make it easier to reduce emissions of the incredibly potent greenhouse gas methane. These insights are helping inform state and federal regulatory approaches at a critical time. Download the […]More on:
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PermianMAP Final Report
After three years of actively collecting methane emissions data in the Permian Basin, EDF researchers have gained new insights that will make it easier to reduce emissions of the incredibly potent greenhouse gas methane.More on:
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Green shipping corridors: criteria for success
After decades of sailing under the radar, international shipping and its climate impact is gradually getting more attention. When designing new clean shipping routes, these criteria should be considered.More on:
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5 key takeaways from GreenBiz’s VERGE22 Conference
In advance of COP27, leaders gathered to pursue high-impact solutions to the climate crisis and the intersection of green business and tech.More on:
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Joint Action: Catalyzing Methane Emission Reduction at Oil and Gas Joint Ventures
Analysis of supermajors' non-operated joint ventures with state-owned entities shows emissions reporting from these assets remains opaque. This is a significant opportunity for supermajors to raise the bar on methane action and scale emissions reductions quickly.More on:
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One year later: What’s next for the bipartisan infrastructure law’s historic investments in new climate tech?
Natasha Vidangos, Senior Director for Climate Innovation and Technology at Environmental Defense Fund, tells us what’s next for the investments included in the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and how they can help us tackle the climate crisis.More on:
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Inflation Reduction Act gives truck electrification a dose of adrenaline
The most consequential U.S. climate law ever will provide a historic jolt to the electric vehicle market.More on:
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Appeal To People’s Cultural Values If You Want Them To Carbon Offset More
Climate change has been brought into sharp focus in recent years with intense weather events leading to food shortages, famine and the destruction of homes, businesses and infrastructure.BLOG POSTWhat you need to know about the unstoppable rise of electric truck fleets
The zero-emission vehicle future is here: An 8,500% increase in truck deployments and commitments is proof.More on:
BLOG POSTUN’s MARS program launches methane detection into the Space Age
The UN just launched a methane detection satellite into space called MARS that will help pinpoint where methane emissions occur and notify stakeholders.More on:
ARTICLELeave your leaves on the ground to help your grass and the climate
EDF scientist says to leave your leaves on the ground to help your grass and the climate.More on:
BLOG POSTForests have grabbed a prominent spot at COP27. Here are some highlights.
With COP27 now in full gear, we have plenty to be excited about when it comes to forest conservation. Here’s a quick overview from EDF of the first three days’ action on forests.More on:
BLOG POSTAnother reason to reduce methane emissions: saving lives
Sarah Vogel, Ph.D., is Senior Vice President, Healthy Communities Cutting methane emissions is one of the fastest, most effective ways to stabilize the climate. It can also improve public health. Today, 130 countries are committed to cutting methane emissions by 30% by 2030 as part of the Global Methane Pledge. As countries work to meet these […] The post Another reason to reduce methane emissions: Saving lives first appeared on EDF Health.More on:
BLOG POSTLooking to the oceans for answers to the climate crisis
Three new reports examine the potential of blue carbon pathways to act as natural climate solutions. By Kristin Kleisner, Monica Moritsch and Jamie Collins To address the climate crisis we need to explore every avenue possible, investigate innovative solutions, and even look to the oceans for answers. The oceans already serve the planet as a […]More on:
WEBSITEFleet Electrification Solutions Center
A free online resource from EDF that cuts through the complexity of truck electrification to connect fleet professionals with the solutions they need, all in one easy-to-navigate clearinghouse.More on:
ARTICLEBehind the scenes at COP27, the world's biggest climate conference
Angela Churie Kallhauge, head of impact at Environmental Defense Fund, provides a behind-the-scenes look at the biggest climate conference of the year.More on:
EVENTClimate Tech Convening San Francisco
EDF’s Climate Tech Convening San Francisco brings together leading investors, forward -thinking corporate stakeholders, innovative startups and industry thought leaders.More on:
REPORTThe Impacts of Climate Change on Agricultural Finance
In 2022, EDF and Deloitte conducted a survey of finance institutions serving the agriculture sector in North America, Europe and India to measure the climate change perceptions, actions and challenges at agricultural finance institutions. This report aims to understand how climate change is perceived by agricultural finance institutions and how they are responding.More on:
BLOG POSTEDF Celebrates the Passing of the NY Bond Act.
New York State passes the historic Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022 (Proposal One). The post EDF Celebrates the Passing of the NY Bond Act. first appeared on Growing Returns.More on:
REPORTFinancing resilient agriculture
EDF report is for agricultural lenders and lending institutions, as well as others interested in understanding the climate risks faced by the agricultural lending sector and the role of agricultural lenders in financing resilient agriculture. We provide a path forward for lenders to mitigate climate risks and finance resilient agriculture.More on:
PODCASTHow Heather McTeer Toney is redefining climate action for the next generation of leaders
Heather McTeer Toney is leading a movement to make sure that the millions of green jobs of the future go to everyone. After you listen to this episode of EDF's Degrees, you’ll see opportunities you never imagined.More on:
BLOG POSTCorporate commitments for net zero by 2050 rely on Climate Transition Action Plans from 2023
Between setting goals and disclosing progress, it is critical that companies develop a CTAP to ensure their targets are achieved. As partners who work to accelerate corporate action on climate change, We Mean Business Coalition, CDP, Ceres and Environmental Defense Fund have come together to help companies address their climate impacts by defining what should be in a CTAP.More on:
REPORTLeveraging carbon markets for equitable climate outcomes
Addressing the climate crisis requires crafting policies that can simultaneously enhance ambition, promote just and sustainable development, and support vulnerable communities. EDF believes that with careful design and an understanding of social and historical contexts, carbon markets are one tool that can advance lasting, equitable climate solutions.More on:
PODCASTThe future of climate smart ag and the hot politics of your dinner plate
Thousands of jobs and billions of dollars are at stake in the political fight over how climate-friendly our food supply should become. No matter the outcome, fascinating food jobs of the future are emerging. EDF's Degrees podcast gets the lay of the land from award-winning food policy journalist Helena Bottemiller Evich.More on:
REPORTFinancing natural infrastructure solutions in the Mississippi River Basin
Communities along the Mississippi River face increasing flood risks and water quality challenges. Natural infrastructure is a highly effective solution, that has been difficult to finance. A new report from Environmental Defense Fund and Quantified Ventures highlights five replicable ways to generate revenue that supports natural infrastructure project financing.More on: