The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City’s 2023 Agricultural Symposium, “The Changing Geography of Agricultural Production,” explored the factors driving changes in where and how agricultural commodities are produced, disruptions that are leading to further geographical differences, and the role of investments and farm policy in the years ahead. I had the honor of joining […]

BPA, a chemical used in some food packaging, is harmful at lower levels than previously thought The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is the European Union’s agency providing impartial scientific information and advice on food safety matters. Last month, EFSA concluded a final opinion on bisphenol A (BPA), which lowered the safe level of BPA […]

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is the most significant climate victory for sustainable investment in U.S. history. The provisions of the IRA will pave the way towards a net zero future by ensuring that we reach a 42% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Now, the private sector needs to follow up with bold […]

Renewable energy is now cheaper than fossil fuels, which presents a huge opportunity to cut costs and emissions in commercial buildings. Switching to solar energy in the U.S. could reduce commercial property owners’ electricity costs by an average of 75%. Building retrofits with existing climate technologies can cut energy use in commercial buildings by 40%, […]

On average, two-thirds of food sector companies’ emissions are generated by farm-level production. Advancing climate-smart farming practices is critical to bringing those emissions down and meeting corporate and U.S.-wide climate goals. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is a game-changer for American food and agriculture companies, and for the farmers in their supply chains. The IRA […]

By Dominic Watson and Sudhanshu Mathur ExxonMobil is at a crossroads. Flush with cash, the company is reported to be eyeing an acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources, the third-largest oil producer in the booming Permian Basin. Meanwhile, under pressure for its environmental performance, the company faces a shareholder resolution calling for improved disclosure of its greenhouse gas […]

Any company that owns or sources from industrial facilities may benefit from IRA incentivesAny company that owns or sources from industrial facilities may benefit from IRA incentives.

Companies with high energy footprints are most likely to benefit from the IRA’s credits and deductions for energy saving building technologies.

A broad range of companies within the food sector can use IRA-funded agricultural programs to support their climate goals.

By Deanna Coleman The shipping industry will be gathering in Singapore this month, and carbon emissions will be high on the agenda. Maritime shipping is essential to today’s extended supply chains but is a major emissions source –making up 3% of worldwide greenhouse gas emissions. Without rapid action to reshape maritime fueling, shipping emissions could […]

EDF analysis of 2023 World Bank flaring data indicates trouble for the goal of zero routine flaring by 2030.

The Climate Principles can create opportunities to create long-term value, and shape a new paradigm for oil and gas transactions that is more compatible with global net zero targets.

The time for businesses to start taking advantage of the benefits within the IRA is now. Here are 3 actions your company can take today — we don't have time to waste.

The IRA aims to increase supply of renewable energy in the US and is projected to lower clean energy costs in the long-term

By Fiona Liao Methane emissions from the oil and gas industry have leapt to the top of the global climate agenda. Investors are increasingly concerned with financial, regulatory, and reputational risks associated with this potent source of climate warming. But one stubborn challenge has persisted for operators, regulators, and investors alike: quantifying how much methane […]

In 2022 and 2023, EDF and Deloitte published two reports that focused on climate change impacts on agriculture finance institutions.

Climate change is projected to impact agricultural production worldwide, and 87% of agricultural finance institutions in a recent survey expect it to present risks to their business. Meanwhile, only 24% significantly factor climate change into their decision-making processes. A new guide from EDF and Deloitte offers five strategies for agricultural finance institutions to manage climate […]

US hydrogen hubs present a unique opportunity to bring energy producers, users, investors, the community, and other stakeholders into integrated projects where they succeed or fail as one.

MethaneSAT will fill critical gaps in the capabilities of existing methane satellites and be a powerful tool to accelerate climate action.

Oil and gas companies must curb methane emissions to limit global temperature rise this decade, and address urgent risks.