EDF Voices: Climate

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How I know China is serious about climate action
February 24, 2015
Take it from someone who’s been there since 1991: China is using market incentives and the political will to cut emissions is there.
Think Texas energy is all about the oil? Think again.
February 19, 2015
A leader on wind energy since 1999, Texas should inspire other states to join the clean energy race.
We need a climate insurance policy - now
February 18, 2015
Climate change is a risk management issue and society needs to treat it as one, argues a new book co-authored by EDF's Gernot Wagner.
Worst megadrought in 1,000 years could cripple our economy
February 13, 2015
The current drought in the Southwest gives us a taste of the big one that may come soon.
How to navigate the climate "culture clash" and engage skeptics
February 12, 2015
Our mental energy is best spent holding rational conversations with people who are skeptical – but reasonable.
The world can turn the corner on climate change by 2020. Here's how.
February 10, 2015
There are plenty of long-term scenarios for cutting emissions. EDF came up with a more urgent to-do list.
61 senators agree climate change is real. Now we can talk solutions.
January 22, 2015
A large majority of the Senate is on record accepting the scientific reality of man-made climate change.
Republicans want to govern. Good. Add climate action to the list.
January 21, 2015
A party that wants to retake the White House and get things done must also show leadership on climate change.
2014 hottest year on record. What's your plan, Congress?
January 16, 2015
If members of the new Congress want to show they are serious about governing, they will listen to the calls of experts and everyday Americans and act on climate.
New study: California's carbon market delivers for economy and climate
January 16, 2015
A new report from EDF shows that the state's carbon market is thriving and getting stronger.