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What Biden’s methane focus means for energy industry, its investors
February 17, 2021 | Ben N. Ratner, Former Associate Vice President , EDF+BusinessA journey of miles starts with a single step, and for the U.S. oil and gas industry and its financiers, supporting strong and swift methane regulation by the incoming Biden administration is a big step on the road to climate progress. Cutting methane emissions from the oil and gas sector is the single fastest thing …More on:
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EDF report introduces innovative financing model to accelerate adoption of zero-emissions vehicles
February 16, 2021 | Aileen Nowlan, U.S. Policy Director, Global Clean Air InitiativeEnvironmental Defense Fund (EDF) published a report on how companies can transition their shipping from fossil-fuel powered delivery trucks to zero-emissions vehicles.More on:
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Report Details Impact of Conservation Tillage and Cover Crops on Farm Bottom Line
February 16, 2021 | Vincent Gauthier, Senior Manager, Climate-Smart AgricultureEDF and partners show how financial insights can help farmers know what to expect from adopting conservation practices. -
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Two New Reports Confirm the Dramatic Benefits of Zero Emitting Vehicles – More Jobs, Less Pollution, Consumer Savings
January 26, 2021 | Peter Zalzal, Distinguished Counsel & Associate Vice President, Clean Air StrategiesTwo new reports released or commissioned by EDF show the significant opportunity that clean cars have for America’s public health, environment, and jobs.More on:
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EDF Welcomes BlackRock’s New Action on Climate
January 26, 2021Statement of Fred Krupp, President, Environmental Defense Fund -
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China’s National ETS Open for Business
January 5, 2021 | Jianyu Zhang, Founder, Former Chief Representative and Vice President, EDF China ProgramThe China National Emissions Trading Scheme is now open for business after the system’s core pieces have been put in place.More on:
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Carbon Offsets – When Done Right – Can Reduce Emissions and Support the Paris Agreement: EDF and ENGIE Impact
December 17, 2020 | Kelley Kizzier, Former Vice President, Global ClimateCarbon offsets can help businesses meet climate goals and support the Paris climate agreement, according to a new publication from EDF with ENGIE Impact.More on:
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New Poll: Public Supportive of Companies Disclosing Climate Risk
December 16, 2020 | Elizabeth Gore, Senior Vice President, Political AffairsToday, Environmental Defense Fund released a national poll that shows broad public support for requiring companies to disclose climate risk and spending on climate-related advocacy.More on:
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A Guide to Inform and Scale Investments in Healthy Agricultural Soils
December 14, 2020 | Vincent Gauthier, Senior Manager, Climate-Smart AgricultureNew EDF guide will help measure and grow the financial value of conservation practices on America’s farms.More on:
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How to measure the profitability of conservation agriculture
December 14, 2020Expanding on-farm conservation practices requires closing the information gap on the financial impact these practices have.More on:
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New Report Details Near-Term Costs of Climate Change Across North Carolina’s Economy
December 14, 2020 | Dionne Delli-Gatti, Director, Regulatory and Legislative Affairs for Southeast Climate and EnergyEDF research shows climate costs will climb in major sectors of the state's economy without urgent action to curb pollution and build resilienceMore on:
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Pennsylvanians Eager to Make Their Voices Heard, Embrace Virtual Public Hearings on Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative
December 8, 2020 | Mandy Warner, Director, Climate & Clean Air PolicyThe state EQB opened the first of 10 virtual public hearings to solicit input on a rulemaking that will facilitate Pennsylvania linking to the RGGI.More on:
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Op-ed
How the Biden administration should frame its priorities
December 6, 2020 | Fred Krupp, PresidentOp-ed from EDF President Fred Krupp in the Washington Post argues that a window is opening for Biden to make good on such campaign promises as creating jobs, making the economy cleaner and more equitable, and confronting the threat of climate change.More on:
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EDF Launches "Power Up, America" Campaign
November 30, 2020EDF launched a major effort to promote clean transportation and clean energy to boost the economy, cut harmful pollution and create healthier communities.More on:
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EDF lanza la campaña "Energizamos a América"
November 29, 2020 | Derek Walker, Vice President, Global Energy TransitionEDF campaña para promover el transporte y las energías limpias para impulsar la economía, reducir la contaminación y crear comunidades más saludablesMore on:
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Forest Credits Approved for Airlines’ Compliance with ICAO Carbon Market
November 20, 2020 | Ruben Lubowski, Former AVP, Climate and Forests, and Chief Natural Resource EconomistThe Council of the ICAO took a step forward on climate progress and approved select tropical forest protection programs for airlines’ use.More on:
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New Report Showcases Innovative Finance Tools to Electrify Trucks, Buses
November 17, 2020 | Andrew H. Darrell, Chief of Strategy, Global Energy & FinanceUnlocking the climate, clean air potential of electric trucks and buses requires new way of thinking about financing.More on:
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How catalytic capital can support sustainable agriculture
October 15, 2020Business leaders are recognizing the need to set sustainability targets and invest in practices that support agricultural resilience.More on:
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Investors Face ESG Risk from Oil and Gas Facilities Operated by Third Parties
October 12, 2020 | Dominic Watson, Senior Manager, Energy Transition, EDF+BusinessNew paper from EDF and Rockefeller Asset Management offers investor engagement guidance on methane emissions from non-operated assets.More on:
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EDF Calls on OECD for Bold Leadership in Green Finance
October 9, 2020 | Sergio Sánchez, Senior Policy Director, Global Clean AirStatement from Sergio Sanchez calls for enhanced transparency on green and blue finance streams to ensure a sustainable, equitable and resilient post-pandemic recovery. -
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A new warning bell for Wall Street, as wildfires rage out West
September 18, 2020The message is stark: Climate change poses serious risks that, if ignored, will undermine the financial system’s ability to support the American economy.More on:
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100% zero-emissions trucks. How close are we?
September 16, 2020The transition away from diesel-fueled trucks to 100% zero-emission trucks is coming, but it has to happen faster. Here's a look at how close we are.More on:
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How Environmental and Infrastructure Spending Can Support Fossil Fuel Communities in Transition
September 15, 2020 | Susanne Brooks, Former Senior Director, U.S. Climate Policy & AnalysisThe latest report in RFF and EDF’s Fairness for Workers and Communities series examines the potential for environmental remediation and infrastructure spending to help communities transition to sustainable economies.More on:
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First Climate Report from US Financial Regulator Underscores Threats to Economy
September 9, 2020EDF Statement from Nathaniel Keohane, Senior Vice President for ClimateMore on:
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Report: How U.S. Agricultural Lending Can Mitigate Climate Risk and Finance Resilience
September 2, 2020EDF report details how lending institutions can finance resilient agriculture to support long-term productivity and profitability.More on: