Science
Creating bold solutions based on research
Why science matters: It takes rigorous science to protect people and the planet. One example: Our groundbreaking studies put the powerful climate pollutant methane on the global agenda — and we launched a satellite to map, measure and reduce it.
How we use this powerful approach: Our scientists lead large-scale collaborations with university and industry partners to guide our work, building on the legacy of the scientists who founded EDF more than 50 years ago. Whether we’re mapping climate pollution from space or cutting air pollution on the ground, science drives all we do.
Our work using science to drive lasting change
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OverviewOur cutting-edge science is guiding global action to cut methane
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VideoGhana’s traditional fishers are using new tech to bolster climate-smart fishing
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Blog postWe need to know more about leaks before betting big on hydrogen
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Expert VoicesMethane in the spotlight: 10 scientific facts you should know
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VideoEDF explains: What is blue carbon?
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ProjectHow we’re using technology to tackle air pollution in communities
Updates
Read the latest articles, blogs and press releases on science.
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Confronting aviation’s hidden air quality crisis with real solutions
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Financial impacts of regenerative agriculture on Native farms and ranches
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A Tale of Two Basins: Colorado regional oil and gas pollution differences highlight need for action on the West Slope
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Affordable aviation e-fuels are on the horizon
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New Paper: American-Made E-Fuels are a Major Opportunity for U.S. Energy and Aviation Sectors
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Images from groundbreaking satellite bring methane problem into view
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Our science experts
We bring wide-ranging perspectives and skills to our scientific work. Meet some of the people who make it happen.
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Steven Hamburg
Senior Vice President, Chief Scientist
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Ramon Alvarez
Associate Chief Scientist
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Lisa Dilling
Associate Chief Scientist
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Kristin Kleisner
Associate Vice President, Oceans Science
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Rainer Romero-Canyas
Lead Senior Behavioral Social Scientist
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Tianyi Sun
Senior Climate Scientist
Partner perspective
Scientists don’t always understand how to get people to act on their data. That’s where EDF has proven to be superb.
Daniel McCleese
Chair, MethaneSAT Science Advisory Group
Media contact
Anne Marie Borrego
(202) 572-3508 (office)
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