Peter Zalzal
Distinguished Counsel & Associate Vice President, Clean Air Strategies
Description
As a member of EDF’s Domestic Climate and Air legal team, Peter Zalzal works to secure clean air and support climate change mitigation through policy initiatives and strategic litigation. Peter works with businesses, public health groups, states, environmental groups and other allies to advocate and defend efficient policies to curb emissions that are destabilizing the climate and harming human health.
Background
Before joining Environmental Defense Fund, Peter spent time teaching as a part of Teach for America. He has also interned and volunteered for organizations focused on environmental law and environmental justice.
Education
JD, Boston University School of Law.
BA, Economics, History - University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill
Honors:
Morehead Scholarship
Latest pieces
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The Trump administration’s attack on the EPA’s finding that climate pollution harms public health
Climate 411, February 14, 2025 -
Advanced methane tech can strengthen new landfill pollution limits
Climate 411, May 20, 2024 -
U.S. signs global commitment to 100% zero-emission trucks, buses at COP27
Energy Exchange, November 30, 2022 -
U.S. signs global commitment to 100% zero-emission trucks, buses at COP27
Energy Exchange Blog, November 18, 2022 -
After banner EV commitments at COP26, it’s time for U.S. to lead
Energy Exchange Blog, November 24, 2021 -
This Fourth of July, we have an opportunity for independence from harmful vehicle pollution
Climate 411 Blog, July 21, 2021 -
The introduction of Ford’s electric F-150 pickup truck is a big milestone in the race to zero-emission vehicles
Climate 411 Blog, May 20, 2021 -
The benefits of clean trucks and buses: thousands of lives saved, less pollution, more jobs
Climate 411 Blog, March 12, 2021
Press materials
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EDF Files Lawsuit to Get Records About EPA Administrator’s Recommendation to Reverse Endangerment Finding
March 3, 2025 -
Trump Administration’s Attack on Science Puts Health of American Families at Risk
January 29, 2025 -
Trump Executive Orders Attacking Vehicle Pollution Standards Would Harm Economy, Jobs, Affordable Choices for Consumers
January 21, 2025 -
D.C. Circuit Hears Oral Argument in Challenges to EPA’s National Health-Based Standards for Soot
December 16, 2024 -
Appeals Court Refuses to Block EPA Action Slashing Toxic Air Pollution in Louisiana
June 27, 2024 -
Environmental Advocates Join Court Case in Defense of EPA Action to Reduce Cancer-Causing Air Pollution
June 13, 2024 -
New Analysis Reveals Electric Vehicles Can Save Coloradans Up to $21,500 Compared to Gas-Powered Cars Over Ten Years
February 15, 2024 -
EPA Acts to Protect Millions of Americans from Soot Pollution
February 7, 2024