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Sen. Smith and Rep. Lujan Introduce Bill to Promote Clean Energy
May 8, 2019 | Elizabeth Gore, Senior Vice President, Political AffairsSen. Smith and Rep. Lujan Introduce Bill to Promote Clean Energy -
Imperial Irrigation District Approves Easement for Salton Sea Conservation Project
May 7, 2019 | Pablo Garza, California Political Director, EcosystemsStatement from Pablo Garza in response to Imperial Irrigation District approving an easement for a major Salton Sea habitat conservation project, which will help control toxic dust and provide critical habitat for migratory birds. -
New UN Report on Species Extinction Highlights Need for Fishing Reform
May 7, 2019A United Nations report on species extinction highlights the need for fishery reform to allow for sustainable seafood production and resilient ecosystems. -
Court Orders EPA to Fulfill Its “Long-Overdue” Duty to Reduce Landfill Pollution
May 6, 2019Court Orders EPA to Fulfill Its “Long-Overdue” Duty to Reduce Landfill Pollution -
Politicians get ready: This new generation of climate activists doesn’t buy fake science
May 3, 2019Young Americans have grown up with climate change and seen what clean energy can do – it's why they're different.More on:
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Colorado Legislature Approves Sports Betting Bill to Fund Water Plan
May 2, 2019 | Brian Jackson, Director, Western WaterEDF's Brian Jackson on Colorado Legislature approving sports betting bill to fund water protection and conservation that goes to voters in the fall.More on:
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Colorado Legislature Sends Historic Climate Legislation to Governor’s Desk
May 2, 2019 | Pam Kiely, Associate Vice President, U.S. RegionThe Colorado General Assembly took a historic step to protect all Coloradans from dangerous climate pollution late last night with the final passage of House Bill 19-1261.More on:
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House Passage of Climate Action Now Act Shows Commitment to Reasserting American Leadership
May 2, 2019 | Elizabeth Gore, Senior Vice President, Political AffairsHouse Passage of Climate Action Now Act Shows Commitment to Addressing Climate Change -
California Department of Water Resources Initiates Planning for Single Delta Tunnel
May 2, 2019 | Maurice Hall, Senior Advisor, Climate Resilient Water SystemsMaurice Hall responds to CA Department of Water Resources withdrawing plans for WaterFix and planning for single tunnel in Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. -
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How climate change plunders the planet
April 30, 2019A warming Earth disturbs weather, people, animals and much more. Here, we explore three critical effects of climate change.More on:
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Trump Administration Continues to Advance Dangerous Rollback of the Clean Power Plan
April 30, 2019 | Tomás Carbonell, Senior Counsel and Director for Regulatory PolicyTrump Administration Continues to Advance Dangerous Rollback of the Clean Power Plan -
With all the snow and rain this year, California could face an even worse fire season. Here's why.
April 29, 2019How bad will the 2019 wildfire season be? Forest experts are concerned.More on:
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Gov. Wolf Joins U.S. Climate Alliance, Releases Pennsylvania Climate Action Plan Supportive of Swift and Concrete Action on Greenhouse Gas Emissions
April 29, 2019 | Andrew Williams, Director, Regulatory & Legislative AffairsStatement from Andrew Williams, Director of Regulatory and Legislative Affairs -
Gov. Gavin Newsom Directs State Agencies to Develop Water Resilience Portfolio for California
April 29, 2019 | Maurice Hall, Senior Advisor, Climate Resilient Water SystemsStatement by Maurice Hall in response to Gov. Gavin Newsom's executive order for a Water Resilience Portfolio for California. -
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With all the snow and rain this year, California could face an even worse fire season. Here's why.
April 29, 2019How bad will the 2019 wildfire season be? Forest experts are concerned.More on:
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Webinar
Tackling lead in drinking water at child care facilities
April 26, 2019 | Lindsay McCormick, Senior Program Manager, Safer ChemicalsEnvironmental Defense Fund’s Lindsay McCormick discusses a pilot project to test for and remediate sources of lead in water at child care facilities.More on:
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D.C. Circuit Affirms Public’s Right to Know about Chemicals in Use under Reformed Law
April 26, 2019 | Richard Denison, Former Lead Senior ScientistThe U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit protects the public’s right to know about the toxic chemicals in our homes, schools, and workplace. -
FDA refuses request to ban brain-damaging chemical from food packaging
April 23, 2019 | Tom Neltner, Senior Director, Safer ChemicalsToday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doubled-down on its flawed 2005 and 2017 decisions to allow perchlorate be added to dry food packaging. -
Pressure builds on CEOs to navigate climate action: It's a new reality for corporate America
April 18, 2019Business leaders today are expected to take a stance on global warming and other hot-button policy issues. -
EDF, Allies Formally Oppose “Unlawful, Arbitrary, and Senseless” Attack on Mercury and Air Toxics Standards
April 18, 2019EDF, Allies Formally Oppose “Unlawful, Arbitrary, and Senseless” Attack on Mercury and Air Toxics Standards -
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Scientists identify opportunities to better understand oilfield wastewater
April 17, 2019 | Nichole Saunders, Director and Senior Attorney, Energy TransitionEDF believes this process of continuous improvement is foundational for protecting land, water and communities from development-related impacts. That’s why we track what states are up to on a consistent basis.More on:
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President Signs Landmark Legislation for Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan
April 16, 2019 | Kevin Moran, Associate Vice President, Regional AffairsStatement by Kevin Moran in response to president signing legislation to authorize the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan.More on:
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Colorado House Overwhelmingly Passes Science-Based Climate Safety Bill
April 16, 2019 | Pam Kiely, Associate Vice President, U.S. RegionEDF: bill is a win for Coloradans on many frontsMore on:
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Pennsylvania Takes Important Step Toward Limit on Climate Pollution
April 16, 2019 | Andrew Williams, Director, Regulatory & Legislative AffairsEDF statement from Andrew Williams, Director of Regulatory and Legislative Affairs -
Supreme Court Will Not Reconsider Decisions Upholding Clean Energy Policies in Illinois, New York
April 15, 2019 | Michael Panfil, Senior Director and Lead Counsel of Climate Risk & Clean PowerSupreme Court Will Not Reconsider Decisions Upholding Clean Energy Policies in Illinois, New York
