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New research published in the ICES Journal of Marine Science shows that adapting fishing intensity to the health of fish populations is key to making fisheries more climate resilient.

House Oversight Committee to Hold Hearings on Trump Failure to Deal with National Security Impacts of Climate Change

A landmark bill to protect Coloradans from climate change passed a key committee vote today.

In a bold step for the sustainability of its fisheries and the world’s second largest barrier reef, the government of Belize has approved a plan to set aside 10% of its territorial waters as no-take marine protected areas (MPAs), nearly tripling the size of its existing zones.

Report recommends new framework for approving technologies and methodologies

The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council took one step closer today to delegating management of private angler red snapper fishing to Gulf states.

Court Denies FirstEnergy’s Attempt to Evade Environmental Responsibilities

Colorado legislation delivers major reforms for oil and gas regulation

Climate Resolution Shows Momentum for Action Across The Political Spectrum

Pennsylvania power sector is among the top five dirtiest in the nation

Wheeler Testifies in Defense of EPA Budget Proposal That Would Put Americans in Danger

EDF released, "Recovering the Western Monarch Butterfly Population Workshop: EDF’s Key Takeaways," following the Western Monarch Population meeting.

D.C. Circuit Hears Argument Today in Lawsuit Challenging EPA Loophole for Toxic Air Pollution

EDF, Allies Ask Two Appeals Courts to Protect Americans from Smog

EDF statement from Andy Darrell, NY Regional Director, on plan that will lower pollution from transportation

Creation of Senate Democrats’ Special Committee on the Climate Crisis a Helpful Step

EDF Welcomes House Bill as “Important Step toward Renewing U.S. Climate Leadership”

EDF Seeks Documents about White House Effort to Undermine Climate Science

Statement of Elizabeth Gore, EDF Senior Vice President, on the Senate's Green New Deal Vote

Rep. Tonko's Principles Provide Solid Foundation for Climate Action

Udall’s Senate Tenure Leaves America a “Stronger, Healthier, More Beautiful Place”

Multi-day measurements indicate sustained exposure to high levels of benzene

EDF and conservation partners release a report showing methane emission rates on Navajo Nation lands are far higher than the national average.

Harris County officials ordered a shelter in place for Deer Park after detecting elevated levels of benzene near a petrochemical storage facility.

Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) today unveiled a vision to collaborate with communities, technical experts, businesses and investors to build low-carbon microgrids in Puerto Rico, and bring reliable, clean and affordable electricity to rural areas of the island.