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The strong record of sustainable fisheries management in the US is being challenged by the rapid, widespread and unpredictable impacts of climate change.

Nearly 50 years ago, United States lawmakers took action to protect fishery resources by establishing a comprehensive federal fishery management system.

Underserved fishing communities experience and are the least able to withstand severe impacts on their livelihoods, infrastructure and well-being.

  Fear, uncertainty and doubt are frequently-used tools to undermine environmental policy. For decades, polluters and their sympathizers rejected the existence of climate change. Now, they say climate action costs too much. This recurring argument ignores the costs working Californians are already facing from a changing climate and the clear benefits of California’s climate policy …

Insurance rates are on the rise while extreme weather driven by climate change is making insurance even more vital. Here's why that's happening and what it means for you.

Solar and wind power are expanding across the globe, but who is producing the most clean energy? 

The UN’s latest report confirms what we’ve known: current policy is not where it needs to be to keep us below 1.5 degrees warming.

Report includes recommendations for negotiators to enhance concessionality, accessibility, and impact in the NCQG

This blog was authored by Peter Tufano, Baker Foundation Professor at Harvard Business School and Senior Advisor to the Harvard Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability, with support from the Environmental Defense Fund, including Andrew Howell, Senior Director for Sustainable Finance.  Any references below do not constitute an endorsement of the firms or products mentioned.   …

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) published the NDC Synthesis Report this week. The report assesses the combined impact of nations’ current national climate plans (NDCs) on expected global emissions in 2030, among other measures. The report concluded that the full implementation of all latest NDCs is estimated to lead to a 5.9 …

America’s ports are hotbeds for toxic air pollution due to the diesel-powered ships and port vehicles that move our goods from sea to land. This pollution causes all kinds of health problems for nearby communities — from asthma and lung disease, to premature birth and death — which is why today’s announcement from the Environmental …

New report shows how Pennsylvania has strengthened its position as a national leader in methane reduction efforts.

This report, based on a mapping assessment, a first-ever survey of co-ops and a policy review, looks at climate impacts on permanently affordable co-ops in New York City and encourages more responsive and equitable policies.

Order will further state charging goals and focuses on overburdened communities

The UNEP Emissions Gap Report 2024 presents stark findings on the state of global climate action. Current pledges would only reduce emissions 4-10% below 2019 levels by 2030 – far short of the 42% reduction needed to limit warming to 1.5°C. These gaps are corroborated by the Nationally determined contributions under the Paris Agreement Synthesis …

Co-authored by: Anushi Garg and Linda Shi Anushi is the senior analyst for Environmental Defense Fund’s Climate Resilient Coasts & Watersheds program in New York-New Jersey. Linda is the associate professor for Department of City and Regional Planning at Cornell University. New York City, like many cities, is simultaneously facing a housing affordability crisis and …

EDF underscores the urgency of addressing structural challenges and creating strong enabling environments to maximize the impact of climate finance in developing countries.

Home insurance costs are on the rise. Here's what that means for you.

Curious about solar energy but confused by the rumors? We debunk the misinformation surrounding solar power.

To avoid the worst impacts of climate change, the world economy must achieve dramatic reductions in greenhouse gas emissions by mid-century.

By Neda Deylami Adopting the Advanced Clean Trucks rule and transitioning Illinois’ trucks from diesel engines to zero-emission motors is one of the most powerful opportunities to reduce climate and air pollution, spark economic growth, prioritize equitable outcomes and improve health in the state.  A new study from EDF and Atlas Public Policy modeled the …

By Erica Morehouse In April 2025, International Maritime Organization member states must come to a collective decision on technical and economic measures at the U.N. agency’s 83rd Marine Environment Protection Committee  meeting. The adoption of these measures will define the shipping industry’s trajectory toward net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and away from fossil fuels by 2050.

Action Could Undermine Long-Standing Precedent about Court Jurisdiction for EPA Challenges

The Biden administration announced nearly $2 billion in investments for 38 projects that will strengthen the electric grid

By Maaz Haider As the world grapples with the increasing frequency and intensity of natural disasters, the impacts of climate change have become a tangible concern for millions of people. Among the largest contributors to this crisis is transportation, the largest source of U.S. emissions, and medium- and heavy-duty vehicles have an outsized impact. Hence,