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A pilot project advancing sustainable groundwater management.

EDF and partners convened a series of bilingual workshops known as the Leadership Academy in Visalia, California. For six months, rural water board leaders from 13 communities met once a month to develop and practice skills that will help them become better advocates for their communities.

EDF's Central Valley Resilience Initiative is working to transform California's Central Valley into a pioneering agricultural region that not only puts food on our nation’s plates but also supports thriving wildlife habitat, outdoor recreation, soil health, groundwater recharge and flood control.

This report from EDF models the potential climate change impacts on Iowa corn, soy and silage production over the next two decades.

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has proposed new zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) requirements throughits Advanced Clean Trucks(ACT) proceeding. This report, co-authored by EDF, evaluates the proposed rule using the California Energy Policy Simulator (EPS).

President Biden unveiled a far-reaching infrastructure package to build back the economy in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis.

A conversation between EDF and Dr. Michael E. Mann on his new book, The New Climate War, and the most important ways to make rapid progress in the fight against climate change.

This 2020 survey of 600 registered voters statewide shows significant concern about climate change and support for policy proposals that would address this concern.

It's time for North Carolina to lead on climate mitigation and resilience to protect the state's residents, economy and ecosystems. This EDF report outlines four resilient policy proposals.

A joint event between the Markets at Risk initiative, the Environmental Defense Fund, and the Columbia Law School's Sabin Center for Climate Change Law.

A new discussion paper from Environmental Defense Fund Europe and Centric Lab examines health inequities along the Red Routes and highlights why now is the time for a new, healthier vision for London’s major roads.

The planned October expansion of London’s ultra low emission zone (ULEZ), which charges drivers of highly polluting vehicles, has the potential to help save more lives. Post on Green Alliance blog. 

EDF guide for developing regional strategies to create multiple benefits

EDF guide to advancing strategic land repurposing and groundwater sustainability in California

EDF provides guidance for how the San Joaquin Valley can transform into a region with a thriving agricultural economy, sustainable groundwater supplies.

EDF's Clean Beauty Roadmap for Retailers gives brands the ground rules for executing a responsible and credible clean beauty program, with a focus on ingredient safety.

A Review of Federal Policy Options and Principles for a Just Transition in the United States

Three detailed models of the future of California’s power system, developed by EDF and partners, all show that California needs carbon-free electricity sources that don’t depend on the weather.

Environmental Defense Fund and the Clean Air Task Force convened three groups of energy system experts to model California’s electricity system in order to figure out how the state might meet goals for affordable, clean, and reliable electricity.

EDF and Resources for the Future condense lessons from over 100 federal policies for fossil fuel workers and communities in the shift to a clean economy.

Environmental Defense Fund Europe commissioned Centric Lab to undertake a health assessment of the Red Routes network. This data matrix is part of the assessment.

The Biden administration is preparing to announce a new U.S. greenhouse gas emissions target for 2030 under the Paris Agreement — a pledge known as a Nationally Determined Contribution, or NDC — in advance of this year’s United Nations climate talks. Given the last four years of U.S. climate inaction and denial, it is important …

Flyer for Water Leadership Institute, which will help community members in California learn about their local water resources and develop leadership skills. 

Written testimony before the United States Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of Dr. Nathaniel Keohane, Senior Vice President, Climate, Environmental Defense Fund, March 18, 2021.

This fourth report by EDF and Resources for the Future examines programs and policies that support fossil fuel workers through the energy transition.