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Four great, green trends to watch in 2023
January 24, 2023Four reasons to be hopeful for climate action in 2023.More on:
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What DOE should consider as it makes decisions on Carbon Capture and Storage Demonstration Projects
January 20, 2023By Jona Koka Nearly $5 billion from the Department of Energy combined with the economic incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act represent the United States’ first major steps to building a domestic carbon management industry that supports our Paris commitments. But funding is only one piece of the puzzle. For the government’s investment in carbon …More on:
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Tax incentives you can use to green your home
January 19, 2023U.S. tax incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act make 2023 is a great time to green your home.More on:
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Tackling Transferred Emissions: Climate Principles for Oil and Gas Mergers and Acquisitions
January 19, 2023 | Andrew Baxter, Senior Director, Business and Energy TransitionWhile transactions in the oil and gas industry can increase reputational, climate, and transition risks, they also present opportunities for industry players to lead on creating a new paradigm for oil and gas transactions that is more compatible with global net zero goals. A new report from EDF and Ceres outlines ways to take advantage of these opportunities.More on:
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REPORT: First climate guidance developed for oil and gas merger and acquisition transactions
January 19, 2023A new report published today by Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) and Ceres outlines the first-ever climate-related guidance for oil and gas companies entering merger and acquisition transactions.More on:
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4 ways manufacturers can support fleets on their road to electrification
January 18, 2023 | Jason Mathers, Associate Vice President, Zero-Emission Truck InitiativeElectric heavy-duty vehicles have come a long way in a pretty short time. Back in 2018, we were excited about prototype vehicles and trucks with 60-mile range. Today there are scores of truck models available at ever increasing ranges, clear market segments where these vehicles can thrive today, and ever-growing fleet interest in deploying these …More on:
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Michigan voters want to see more climate action this legislative session
January 18, 2023 | Alex DeGolia, Director, State Legislative and Regulatory Affairs, U.S. RegionThis November, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer won her bid for reelection and for the first time in 40 years, Democrats gained a majority in the state house and senate. With this historic win comes historic opportunity. In the legislative session that started last week, Michigan has the chance to follow through on the climate goals set …More on:
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EDF Asks Appeals Court to Uphold EPA’s Endangerment Finding, the Foundation for Climate Protections under Our Nation’s Clean Air Laws
January 18, 2023 | Vickie Patton, General CounselEDF Asks Appeals Court to Uphold EPA’s Endangerment Finding, the Foundation for Climate Protections under Our Nation’s Clean Air LawsMore on:
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With strong climate policies, Governor Shapiro can help Pennsylvania win the future
January 17, 2023 | Mandy Warner, Director, Climate & Clean Air PolicyAs Pennsylvania turns a new page into 2023 with new leaders at the helm, Gov. Josh Shapiro and the legislature have an immense opportunity and responsibility to usher Pennsylvania into its future — winning the clean energy jobs the state needs, protecting consumers from fossil fuel-driven price shocks on their electric bills, and dramatically cutting …More on:
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The building blocks are in place for a strong Advanced Clean Fleets rule in California
January 17, 2023 | Lauren Navarro, Senior Manager, Regulatory & Legislative AffairsBy Lauren Navarro & Pamela MacDougall California air regulators are currently considering adoption of the Advanced Clean Fleets rule — a purchase requirement for medium and heavy-duty fleets to adopt an increasing percentage of zero-emission trucks. This rule has the potential to be transformative. California has some of the worst air quality in the country;More on:
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EPA methane proposal makes critical progress, but work remains to quickly finalize protective standards
January 17, 2023 | Edwin LaMair, Attorney, U.S. Legal & RegulatoryBy Jon Goldstein , Edwin LaMair, and Grace Smith This week, EPA is holding public hearings on its recently proposed methane standards for oil and gas operations, which build on the agency’s initial proposal and represent a significant step forward for reducing methane pollution across the country. Federal standards are crucial for curbing methane emissions …More on:
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Danone commits to cutting dairy methane in partnership with farmers and EDF
January 17, 2023 | Katie Anderson, Senior Director, Business, Food and ForestsThis announcement builds on past successes, with a plan to accelerate action in the years to come.More on:
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Methane Emissions in Animal Agriculture
January 17, 2023Reducing methane now is one of the fastest ways to slow global warming in the near term, and a critical part of avoiding the worst consequences of climate change. Agricultural emissions from livestock and rice are approximately 40% of human-caused global methane emissions. At the same time, rice and livestock are key dietary staples around …More on:
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US moves to get tough on deadly soot pollution — experts say they need to go further
January 13, 2023The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency took an important step toward slashing a tiny but toxic pollutant that’s inhaled daily by millions of people – soot. But experts say the agency needs to go further to protect the public.More on:
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EPA seeks public input on soot pollution
January 13, 2023Last week, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency took an important step toward slashing a tiny but toxic pollutant that’s inhaled daily by millions of people – soot. But experts say the agency needs to go further to protect the public.More on:
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Non-linear reduction in nitrous oxide emissions through alternative management of groundnut and millets in India
January 13, 2023 | Kritee K, Senior ScientistThis EDF report shares the results of a multi-year study conducted on five farms in India to measure nitrous oxide emissions from different nitrogen application rates in different cropping systems. It shows that carefully chosen alternative practices (with lower nitrogen rates) can achieve a triple win: farmers get similar or better yields, similar or higher profits, and must lower nitrous oxide emissions.More on:
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EDF Experts Testify at EPA Public Hearing, Urge Swift Finalization of Strong Oil and Gas Methane Rules
January 11, 2023Strong protections that go further to curb pollution from routine flaring are critical to protect communities and the climateMore on:
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Office of Orphan Wells to Help Administer $4.7 billion in Orphan Well Closure Funding
January 10, 2023 | Adam Peltz, Director and Senior Attorney, Energy TransitionStatement of Adam Peltz, EDF Director and Senior Attorney for Energy TransitionMore on:
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New York Governor Hochul Announces Sweeping Climate and Electrification Initiatives
January 10, 2023 | Mary Barber, State Director, New York and New JerseyNew York Governor Hochul announces sweeping climate and electrification initiativesMore on:
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EPA’s Important Initiative to Protect People from Soot Pollution Should be Further Strengthened to Save Lives
January 6, 2023 | Vickie Patton, General CounselEPA’s Important Initiative to Protect People from Soot Pollution Should be Further Strengthened to Save LivesMore on:
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Federal R&D funds are key to solving enteric methane challenge, keeping U.S. agriculture competitive
December 25, 2022 | Britt Groosman, Vice President, Agriculture, Water and FoodAs the U.S. works to stabilize the climate and foster innovative domestic industries, reducing emissions from agriculture — currently about 10% of annual emissions — is a critical piece of the puzzle. Yet federal R&D investments in agricultural climate solutions remain 35 times smaller than clean energy R&D investments. Of the limited agricultural R&D spending,More on:
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New Proposal Sets New Jersey on the Road to Truck and Bus Electrification
December 23, 2022 | Mary Barber, State Director, New York and New JerseyNew Proposal Sets New Jersey on the Road to Truck and Bus ElectrificationMore on:
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DOE has a big opportunity to decarbonize industry. Here’s how it can leverage a new program.
December 21, 2022The Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) is the new DOE office with $20B from the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act with a focus on scaling up emerging technologies through demonstration projects. EDF offers pointers to help OCED have catalytic impact.More on:
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Strategies and Principles to Decarbonize Your Local Gas Utility
December 21, 2022 | Michael Colvin, Director, Regulatory and Legislative AffairsWhat will it take to decarbonize the gas distribution system? EDF and partners produced a new report setting out guiding principles and strategies to inform decarbonization of the gas utility and corresponding end uses.More on:
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California’s final Scoping Plan sets the stage for stronger climate leadership, but next steps matter
December 21, 2022 | Caroline Jones, Senior Analyst, U.S. ClimateThis post was co-authored with Katelyn Roedner Sutter, California State Director at EDF. Last month, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) released their final Scoping Plan following a lengthy process of drafting, workshops, modeling and public feedback. The Scoping Plan, which is reviewed and updated every five years, is California’s roadmap for meeting its 2030 …More on: