Environmental Defense
Second Circuit Court Rules Trump Administration Unlawfully Suppressed Information Related to Clean Cars RollbackSecond Circuit Court Rules Trump Administration Unlawfully Suppressed Information Related to Clean Cars Rollback- Proration: Railroad Commission Should Consider Flaring, Waste if Allocating Permian Production CutsEDF statement from Colin Leyden, Senior Manager, Regulatory and Legislative Affairs
- Clean Cars Rollback Weakens Life-Saving Protections for America’s Health, Economy, EnvironmentClean Cars Rollback Weakens Life-Saving Protections for America’s Health, Economy, Environment
- Congress Gives Airlines a Bailout, Allows Aviation Pollution to Continue GrowingToday, the U.S. Senate reached a deal on a stimulus package that includes $50 billion in loans and grants to airlines, but leaves out language that would have required airlines — which emit as much climate pollution as the entire German economy annually — to limit harmful emissions from domestic flights.
- During Coronavirus Outbreak: EDF Urges U.S. Consumers to Support America’s FishermenAs American consumers and fishermen both grapple with impacts from the spread of the new coronavirus, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) today urged U.S. consumers to look for new ways to add more healthy American-caught fresh fish to their diets.
- EDF: Trump Administration Must Immediately Halt New Attack on Health ScienceEDF: Trump Administration Must Immediately Halt New Attack on Health Science
- 11 tips for coping with climate and coronavirus anxietyHere are ways to help manage your stress during this scary time.
- 11 tips for coping with climate and coronavirus anxietyHere are ways to help manage your stress during this scary time.
- UN Aviation Body Approves Environmental Provisions for Airline Climate ProgramThe International Civil Aviation Organization’s governing Council today took a key step to stand up its emission offsetting program to help airlines reduce climate pollution, even as the aviation sector reels from the economic fallout of the coronavirus. The Council’s decision on the program, known as CORSIA (Carbon Offsetting and Reductions Scheme for International Aviation), was based on recommendations from its Technical Advisory Body, which sought to weed out old emission credits that had questionable accounting and environmental provisions.
- Everyone needs their lead pipes replaced, not just those who can afford itGiven the health risks to children and adults, it's critical to replace lead pipes the right way, taking environmental justice into account.
- Everyone needs their lead pipes replaced, not just those who can afford itGiven the health risks to children and adults, it's critical to replace lead pipes the right way, taking environmental justice into account.
- EDF Analysis: ICAO Council Must Resist Temptation to Water Down CORSIAOn the eve of an important decision amid the spreading coronavirus, an analysis published today by Environmental Defense Fund cautions the International Civil Aviation Organization’s governing Council against making fundamental changes that would weaken the Carbon Offsetting and Reductions Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA).
- Crop Insurance Bill Removes Barriers for Farmers to Adopt Vital Risk Reduction PracticesThis bill would allow farmers to recoup some economic losses in devastating weather years and increase their climate resilience for future planting seasons.
- Court Rules in Favor of California and Denies Trump Administration Claims that California’s Coordination with Quebec in Cutting Climate Pollution is UnconstitutionalToday, a federal district court issued an order granting California’s motion for summary judgment and rejecting the U.S. motion on two constitutional claims that California’s coordination with Quebec to reduce climate pollution is unlawful. The order by Judge William B. Shubb in the Eastern District of California was issued after a multi-hour hearing in Sacramento on Monday, March 9th. Two Constitutional claims remain outstanding and will be briefed and argued at a future date.
- Coalition Unveils Recommendations for Continued Recovery 10 Years After Gulf Oil SpillAs the 10th anniversary of the Gulf oil spill approaches on April 20, Restore the Mississippi River Delta released a report today with nine recommended strategies for advancing critical ecosystem restoration in the delta, maximizing the investment opportunities of the oil spill settlement and engaging local communities for a more resilient future.
- Oregon Gov. Brown Takes Decisive Action on Climate ChangeSwiftly following through on last week’s strong commitment, Oregon Governor Kate Brown signed an executive order today designed to guarantee Oregon delivers reductions in carbon pollution consistent with scientific recommendations.
- New Poll: Majority of African-Americans Affected by Climate Change, Support Transition to 100% Clean EconomyNew polling released today shows that a majority of African-Americans across the United States are personally affected by disease and extreme weather made worse by climate change, and support a transition to a 100% clean economy to curb climate pollution.
- EDF, Citizen Groups and States Urge Trump Administration to Reinstate Waste Prevention RuleEDF press release on BLM waste prevention rule
- Proposing a Renewable Path Forward for Puerto RicoStatement from Daniel Whittle, Senior Director, Caribbean Initiatives, Environmental Defense Fund
- Encaminando a Puerto Rico Hacia un Futuro RenovableDeclaración de Agustin Carbo, Gerente, Microrredes, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF)
- EDF, Citizen Groups and States Urge Trump Administration to Reinstate Waste Prevention RuleEDF press release on BLM waste prevention rule
- Proposing a Renewable Path Forward for Puerto RicoStatement from Daniel Whittle, Senior Director, Caribbean Initiatives, Environmental Defense Fund
- Encaminando a Puerto Rico Hacia un Futuro RenovableDeclaración de Agustin Carbo, Gerente, Microrredes, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF)
- Solar, Wind and Storage Projected to Ensure Reliable Power for Texans this SummerERCOT releases Seasonal Assessment of Resource Adequacy
- Hundreds of people from impacted communities demand EPA hold public meeting on toxic chemicalToday, people from communities across the country impacted by the cancer-causing chemical trichloroethylene (TCE) sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials demanding the agency hold a public meeting on TCE.
- Solar, Wind and Storage Projected to Ensure Reliable Power for Texans this SummerERCOT releases Seasonal Assessment of Resource Adequacy
- Hundreds of people from impacted communities demand EPA hold public meeting on toxic chemicalToday, people from communities across the country impacted by the cancer-causing chemical trichloroethylene (TCE) sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials demanding the agency hold a public meeting on TCE.
- New report reveals environmental justice issues with lead pipe replacement – and a path forwardToday, American University’s Center for Environmental Policy (AU) and Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) released a report finding that programs relying on customers to pay to have their lead pipe fully replaced put low-income and African American households at greater risk of lead exposure.
- Trump administration doubles down on its effort to restrict EPA’s use of critical scienceYesterday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed to expand the scope of its already dangerous plan to limit the science the agency can consider when developing critical public health and environmental safeguards.
- New report reveals environmental justice issues with lead pipe replacement – and a path forwardToday, American University’s Center for Environmental Policy (AU) and Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) released a report finding that programs relying on customers to pay to have their lead pipe fully replaced put low-income and African American households at greater risk of lead exposure.
- Trump administration doubles down on its effort to restrict EPA’s use of critical scienceYesterday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed to expand the scope of its already dangerous plan to limit the science the agency can consider when developing critical public health and environmental safeguards.
- Reps. McEachin and Grijalva Unveil Bill to Promote Environmental JusticeEnvironmental Defense Fund (EDF) applauds the Environmental Justice for All Act.
- Reps. McEachin and Grijalva Unveil Bill to Promote Environmental JusticeEnvironmental Defense Fund (EDF) applauds the Environmental Justice for All Act.
- Trump Administration Undermines New York and New Jersey Coastal Resilience EffortToday, EDF was one of over 40 organizations requesting that state and federal lawmakers in New York and New Jersey fund and improve the US Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) New York New Jersey Harbors and Tributaries Study (NYNJHATS). The Corps has worked on NYNJHATS since Superstorm Sandy devastated the region in an effort to identify solutions for dealing with storm surge. This week, the Trump administration announced that it would halt federal funding for the study.
- New Stewardship Network Celebrates Growing Momentum on Conservation in AgricultureThis network will bring farmers and agricultural organizations together to continue making conservation commonplace.
- Bipartisan Senate Innovation Package Takes Useful Steps Towards Smart Climate PolicySenators Murkowski and Manchin's Bipartisan Senate Innovation Package Takes Useful Steps Towards Smart Climate Policy
- Trump Administration Undermines New York and New Jersey Coastal Resilience EffortToday, EDF was one of over 40 organizations requesting that state and federal lawmakers in New York and New Jersey fund and improve the US Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) New York New Jersey Harbors and Tributaries Study (NYNJHATS). The Corps has worked on NYNJHATS since Superstorm Sandy devastated the region in an effort to identify solutions for dealing with storm surge. This week, the Trump administration announced that it would halt federal funding for the study.
- Bipartisan Senate Innovation Package Takes Useful Steps Towards Smart Climate PolicySenators Murkowski and Manchin's Bipartisan Senate Innovation Package Takes Useful Steps Towards Smart Climate Policy
- Beauty products can be more toxic for women of color. It's time to change that.We need to make sure improvements happen across the entire beauty aisle, especially where the need is greatest.
- Beauty products can be more toxic for women of color. It's time to change that.We need to make sure improvements happen across the entire beauty aisle, especially where the need is greatest.
- EU Countries Coordinate Position for UN Aviation-Climate MeetingToday, EU high-level government representatives will be aligning their negotiating position on the single most important program to tackle aviation’s climate impact. The governing Council of the UN’s International Civil Aviation Organization, in a meeting that starts next week, is slated to adopt key decisions on its flagship Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation, known as CORSIA. Environmental Defense Fund urges EU leaders to keep a united stance to make the carbon offsetting and emission reduction program work.
- Trump Administration Proposal Would Keep Americans in the Dark on Climate ImpactsEDF joins hundreds of others to testify against proposed NEPA changes
- Trump EPA’s draft evaluation of cancer-causing TCE cuts corners, putting kids’ health at riskToday, the Trump Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) unveiled its draft risk evaluation for the known human carcinogen trichloroethylene (TCE), which – as in previous draft risk evaluations – fails to conform with the nation’s updated chemical safety law, won’t sufficiently protect the public’s or workers’ health and reverses the agency’s longstanding science policies.
- Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards’ Move to Cut Emissions Seen as Critical to State’s FutureIn response to Governor John Bel Edwards speech on second-term coastal priorities, including creating a Climate Initiatives Task Force to reduce emissions.
- USDA’s Promising Climate Roadmap Must Use Data and Science to Realize GoalsThis is an opportunity for USDA to double down on investments in conservation practices.
- 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.
- 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…
- 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.
- 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?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
