Environmental Defense
NGOs Warn UN Council to Deliver Aviation Program of Integrity to Cut Climate PollutionA global coalition of non-governmental organizations is warning a UN body of “substantial backlash” if it fails to deliver a robust program of high integrity to reduce climate pollution from airlines.- EDF, NRDC Oppose Trump Administration’s Legal Attack on California Coordination with Quebec to Cut Climate PollutionEDF, NRDC Oppose Trump Administration’s Legal Attack on California Coordination with Quebec to Cut Climate Pollution
- 5 reasons why your warmer winter is so alarmingWhile you might enjoy warmer winter days that feel more like spring, those breaks from cooler temperatures are no reason to celebrate.
- BP’s Move Toward a Net-Zero Emissions Future is a Welcome SignStatement of Environmental Defense Fund President Fred Krupp
- Latest EPA Inventory Reinforces Need for Strong Methane StandardsToday EPA released the draft of its annual Greenhouse Gas Inventory which includes estimates of methane emissions from natural gas and petroleum systems
- RESTORE Council Commits Gulf Oil Spill Funds to Defend Threatened Louisiana SwampToday, the Gulf Ecosystem Restoration Council (RESTORE Council) voted to approve funding for two important restoration priorities in the Gulf, including investing $130 million in a critical diversion project in Louisiana’s Maurepas Swamp.
- Mexico is on time to undertake a coordinated effort to build climate resilience into management approaches and contribute to U.N. Sustainable Development GoalsMexico is well positioned to build climate resilience into its fisheries management and make significant contributions to the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals, according to leaders speaking at an annual meeting focused on sustainable fisheries and climate change.
- Momentum in Both Chambers of Congress Builds for Ambitious Climate ActionMomentum for a clean future is building today after Senator Tom Carper (D-DE) introduced the Clean Economy Act that puts the country on a path to net-zero climate pollution by 2050.
- These 4 trends prove electric trucks and buses are revving upThe market for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles is poised to grow through 2020 and beyond. Here’s why…
- Trump Administration Budget Will Increase Pollution, Hurt Public Health and SafetyThe Trump Administration is once again prioritizing polluters at the expense of the health
- EDF Asks D.C. Circuit to Uphold FERC Energy Storage OrderEDF Asks D.C. Circuit to Uphold FERC Energy Storage Order
- EV Charging Stations Bill From Reps. Levin and Ocasio-Cortez Will Boost Clean TransportationWe must meet the growing threats posed by a changing climate with increased investments in technology and infrastructure that will help transition us to a 100% clean economy.
- The deaths of two Mexican activists are tragic, and a huge loss to us allThe deaths of Homero Gómez González and Raúl Hernández Romero, activists who protected the monarch butterfly, are devastating, for the human loss as well as the cost to precious ecosystems.
- Gulf States Given Rights to Manage Recreational Red Snapper Fishing Under New RuleThe Department of Commerce today approved the passage of Amendment 50, effective Feb. 6, 2020, giving the five Gulf states the authority to manage private recreational red snapper fishing in federal waters as well as state waters so long as they adhere to science-based quotas. This delegation shows that the Magnuson-Stevens Act provides the flexibility for regional decision-makers to customize solutions while protecting federal resources for all to enjoy.
- Gulf States Given Rights to Manage Recreational Red Snapper Fishing Under New RuleThe Department of Commerce today approved the passage of Amendment 50, effective Feb. 6, 2020, giving the five Gulf states the authority to manage private recreational red snapper fishing in federal waters as well as state waters so long as they adhere to science-based quotas. This delegation shows that the Magnuson-Stevens Act provides the flexibility for regional decision-makers to customize solutions while protecting federal resources for all to enjoy.
- Climate resilience is key to sustainable fishing, EDF tells U.N. gatheringThe following is a statement by Tim Fitzgerald, director of impact for Environmental Defense Fund’s Oceans Program, made at the United Nations today as part of its preparatory meeting for the 2020 U.N. Ocean Conference on suggested elements for the upcoming declaration to support the implementation of SDG Goal 14: Life Below Water.
- Heising to Become New Chair of Environmental Defense FundHeising to Become New Chair of Environmental Defense Fund
- Newsom’s Framework for Central Valley Water Agreement Shows PromiseStatement from Maurice Hall on Newsom administration framework for Central Valley Bay-Delta water agreement.
- New House Infrastructure Plan Delivers Critical Climate InvestmentsEnvironmental Defense Fund (EDF) is praising a new infrastructure plan that was released this week in the U.S. House of Representatives.
- California Groundwater Deadline Marks Important Progress Toward Building ResilienceStatement from Ann Hayden on deadline for groundwater sustainability plans under the California Sustainable Groundwater Management Act.
- Gov. Pritzker’s Call for Clean Energy Legislation Holds Promise for CEJAStatement from Christie Hicks, Senior Attorney
- European fish stocks on the moveMany European fish populations are on the move due to warming oceans and increasing numbers, according to new research from an international team of scientists led by the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea and the University of Aberdeen.
- House Energy & Commerce Committee’s “CLEAN Future Act” is Critical Step Towards Climate ActionHouse Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Frank Pallone (D-NJ) and Subcommittee Chairs Bobby Rush (D-IL) and Paul Tonko (D-NY) unveiled a discussion draft of the Climate Leadership and Environmental Action for our Nation’s (CLEAN) Future Act.
- Deadly Chemical Explosion in Houston Area “Cannot be the New Normal”“It is saddening and infuriating to see more people die because of another chemical explosion in the Houston area. These deadly tragedies cannot be the new normal in a city and region where industrial threats abound. Government at all levels must act to ensure the health and safety of workers and the people living near these facilities, and that starts by holding industry accountable and strengthening safeguards. Enough is enough.” • Elena Craft, Senior Director, Climate and Health, Environmental Defense Fund
- EDF Vows to Continue Fight Against Air Toxics Loophole after D.C. Circuit Declines to Rehear CaseEDF Vows to Continue Fight Against Air Toxics Loophole after D.C. Circuit Declines to Rehear Case
- Arizona’s Largest Utility Commits to 100% Clean Power by 2050, Adding to Growing Momentum for Climate ActionArizona’s Largest Utility Commits to 100% Clean Power by 2050, Adding to Growing Momentum for Climate Action
- EDF Sues FERC over Approval of Spire STL PipelineEDF Sues FERC over Approval of Spire STL Pipeline
- From big money to big tech, how major brands are responding to the climate crisisUnder pressure, big brands are stepping up their climate commitments, but will it be enough?
- Gov. Murphy Puts His Foot on the Electric Vehicles Accelerator in New JerseyEDF statement from Mary Barber, Director, Regulatory and Legislative Affairs
- New Rate Plan Aims to Electrify New York, but Misses the Mark on Gas PlanningEDF statement from Mary Barber, Director, Legislative and Regulatory Affairs
- EDF Defends Clean Air Act’s “Good Neighbor” Provisions in Two D.C. Circuit CasesEDF Defends Clean Air Act’s “Good Neighbor” Provisions in Two D.C. Circuit Cases
- New Mexico Adopts Critical Oil and Gas Enforcement RulesNew Mexico's Oil Conservation Commission moved forward on rules that will enable the state to properly oversee oil and gas operations while protecting the state's air and water resources.
- Trump Administration Takes Another Step Toward “Deeply Harmful” Clean Cars RollbackTrump Administration Takes Another Step Toward “Deeply Harmful” Clean Cars Rollback
- Can we make climate progress in 2020?We can achieve more progress than you might think in 2020. Here's what's possible, despite federal inaction.
- Second Circuit Hears Argument that Trump Administration Should Release Important Information Related to Proposed Clean Cars RollbackSecond Circuit Hears Argument that Trump Administration Should Release Important Information Related to Proposed Clean Cars Rollback
- BlackRock Raises the Bar for Climate Leadership on Wall StreetIn his annual letter to CEOs, BlackRock’s chief executive not only called on publicly traded corporations to profoundly reassess and disclose climate risk. He went much further – announcing a set of specific steps that will hold his management teams accountable for sustainability progress, launch new funds to advance the clean energy economy, and exit investments, including coal production, that pose severe climate risk.
- Trump Administration Effort to Weaken NEPA Takes Our Country in the Wrong DirectionTrump Administration Effort to Weaken NEPA Takes Our Country in the Wrong Direction
- Ambitious Proposal from Chairman Pallone Adds to Momentum for Climate ActionAmbitious Proposal from Chairman Pallone Adds to Momentum for Climate Action
- The Federal Government and PREPA Must do Better for Puerto RicoStatement from Daniel Whittle, Senior Director, Caribbean Initiatives, Environmental Defense Fund
- El Gobierno Federal y la AEE Deben Hacer Más por Puerto RicoDeclaración de Agustín Carbó, Gerente Principal, Microrredes, Environmental Defense Fund
- My homeland is burning, but here's why I have hope for AustraliaThis catastrophe could prove to be the beginning of a new chapter.
- New Rule in Pacific Groundfish Fishery Creates Double-Win for Environment, FishermenNew rules by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have gone into effect on Jan. 1 to increase protections to deep-sea ecosystems by creating one of the largest marine protected areas off the U.S. West Coast while simultaneously re-opening newly restored fishing grounds.
- America Needs Serious National Leadership to Reduce Pollution from Heavy Duty TrucksAmerica Needs Serious National Leadership to Reduce Pollution from Heavy Duty Trucks
- California Outlines Ambitious Plan to Build Water Resilience to Climate ChangeEDF statement from Maurice Hall on California Gov. Gavin Newsom's release of a 2020 draft water resilience portfolio.
- Proposed EPA Loopholes Must Be Withdrawn After Science Advisors Find Major FlawsProposed EPA Loopholes Must Be Withdrawn After Science Advisors Find Major Flaws
- Belize Set to Adopt Comprehensive Fisheries Reform LawThe country of Belize, a global leader in ocean conservation, today took a critical step by taking key action to adopt a national law to protect its ocean waters from inadequately managed fishing, said Environmental Defense Fund.
- Congress Passes Bipartisan Climate Investments in Year-End Funding BillCongress passed a bipartisan year-end government funding bill that makes major investments in numerous Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) climate priorities.
- Colorado Adopts Stronger Rules to Protect Health and Climate from Oil and Gas PollutionColorado moves to advance rules that will curb oil and gas methane emissions.
- FERC Decision on PJM Capacity Market Undermines Competitive Markets and Clean EnergyStatement from N. Jonathan Peress, Senior Director, Energy Markets & Utility Regulation
- FERC Decision Demonstrates Need for Swift Action on Illinois Clean Energy Jobs ActStatement from Christie Hicks, Senior Attorney and Manager, Clean Energy Regulatory Implementation
- Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf Advances Methane Rule, Takes Essential Step in the Fight Against Climate ChangePennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf advances regulations to cut methane emissions from existing natural gas infrastructure.
- Breakthrough Moment: Satellite Identifies, Measures Methane from Gas Well BlowoutSatellite is able to detect emissions of methane and quantify them for the first time.
- EPA Watchdog Finds Fault with Agency’s Response to Hurricane Harvey Air PollutionThe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of the Inspector General on Monday released a report faulting the agency for its inadequate response to the extra air pollution in the heavily industrial Houston area in the days after Hurricane Harvey in 2017.
- COP 25: Countries Don't Need to Wait for the UN To Boost Climate Ambition Through Carbon Markets"COP25 showed that the yawning gap between what citizens are demanding on climate action, and what UN negotiations are delivering, is wider than ever. Carbon markets can help fill that gap by promoting international cooperation that allows countries to cut climate pollution faster and deeper than they can on their own."
- Northeast States Commit to Accelerating Adoption of Zero-Emission Trucks and BusesNortheast states commit to accelerate adoption of electric trucks and buses.
- Business and Environmental Groups Reinforce Katowice Declaration on Sound Carbon AccountingEnvironmental organisations and businesses are reinforcing their call for robust accounting rules under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.
- Europe Outlines Bold New Climate Vision, While Underscoring Value of Methane Emission ReductionsThe European Commission today published its much-awaited “European Green Deal”. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen presented the package, with support from Executive Vice-President Frans Timmermans, in a European Parliament plenary and reconfirmed her commitment to make the EU the first climate-neutral continent.
- New Report Finds Trump EPA Failed to Follow the Law, Consider Children’s Health on Proposed Loophole for Super-Polluting Glider TrucksNew Report Finds Trump EPA Failed to Follow the Law, Consider Children’s Health on Proposed Loophole for Super-Polluting Glider Trucks
- This overlooked climate pollutant could play a big role in reaching Paris Agreement goalsThere is a step we can take to have a major impact on the rate of warming now.
- EPA Changes Definition of “Ambient Air,” Allows an Increase in Dangerous PollutionEPA Changes Definition of “Ambient Air,” Allows an Increase in Dangerous Pollution
- New Report Details Actions Needed to Create Climate-Ready FisheriesWith climate change increasingly threatening key life support systems of our planet, including the ocean, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) today released a new report identifying key priorities for the world’s fisheries to achieve sustainability in the face of rapidly-warming seas.
- Agriculture Emerges as a Climate Solution with Bipartisan SupportThe bipartisan Senate Climate Solutions Caucus today held its first public event, a briefing about agriculture’s role in climate solutions.
- California Resilience Challenge Offers New Opportunities for Water Systems and Rural CommunitiesStatement from Ann Hayden about the launch of the California Resilience Challenge.
- Green Groups Ask to Join New York, New Jersey, NYC in Cross-State Air Pollution CaseGreen Groups Ask to Join New York, New Jersey, NYC in Cross-State Air Pollution Case
- Overnight Explosion at Port Neches, Texas Chemical Plant a “Preventable Tragedy”Overnight Explosion at Port Neches, Texas Chemical Plant a “Preventable Tragedy”
- Acknowledging the Legacy of Bill RuckelshausEDF President Fred Krupp issued the following statement recognizing the legacy of the William D. Ruckelshaus, two-time head of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and a longstanding champion of America’s health and natural resources, who died earlier today at age 87.
- Murder in the rainforest: 1700+ defenders killed, but their legacy lives onThese important advances are keeping forest protection alive today.
- Your holiday dinner talking points on climate changeCheck out our quick breakdown on getting to a 100% clean future, to help you with those awkward holiday conversations about climate change.
- EDF, Allies Sue EPA over Attempt to Revoke State Clean Cars AuthorityEDF, Allies Sue EPA over Attempt to Revoke State Clean Cars Authority
- Governor Sisolak Directs Agency Action to Meet Climate Reduction TargetsNevada Governor Steve Sisolak today issued an executive order reaffirming the state’s climate goals set last spring in SB254, and directing state agencies to develop the menu of policy options necessary to meet those targets—most critically cutting climate pollution 45% below 2005 levels by 2030.
- New Mexico Reports on Strong Action to Lead on Climate Under Gov. Lujan GrishamEDF Statement from Jon Goldstein, Director of Regulatory & Legislative Affairs
- EDF Endorses Landmark 100% Clean Economy ActEnvironmental Defense Fund (EDF) today announced its endorsement of the 100% Clean Economy Act, a bold climate action bill just introduced by leading members of the U.S. House of Representatives.
