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Belize adds another jewel in its crown as leader in ocean conservation
August 5, 2020Belize has announced another major milestone in its efforts to protect its marine resources and ocean ecosystems.More on:
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Foregoing $3 Billion Bond a Huge Missed Opportunity for New York’s Environment and Economy
July 30, 2020 | Natalie Snider, Ph.D., Associate Vice President, Climate Resilient Coasts & WatershedsGov. Cuomo’s office announced that it would not move forward to place the Restore the Mother Nature Bond Act on the November ballot for voters to consider.More on:
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Why now is the moment for cities around the world to act decisively on air pollution
July 30, 2020 | Sarah Vogel, Senior Vice President, Healthy CommunitiesAround the world, we’ve seen dramatic improvement in air quality as a result of the response to COVID-19. While it’s come from an artificial and unwanted brake on the global economy, it’s drawn renewed attention to the devastating impacts of outdoor air pollution.More on:
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How we underestimate the costs of climate change, and why it matters now
July 23, 2020What our economists want you to know about the costs of climate change.More on:
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New Mexico Agencies Take Big Step Toward Urgently Needed Methane Regulation
July 20, 2020 | Jon Goldstein, Associate Vice President, Energy TransitionStatement from Jon Goldstein, Director of Regulatory & Legislative Affairs, EnergyMore on:
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D.C. Circuit Orders EPA to Help New York Protect People from Deadly Cross-State Air Pollution
July 14, 2020 | Liana James, AttorneyStatement from EDF attorney Liana JamesMore on:
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Big Win for Clean Air and Clean Energy as D.C. Circuit Upholds FERC Order 841
July 10, 2020 | Michael Panfil, Senior Director and Lead Counsel of Climate Risk & Clean PowerBig Win for Clean Air and Clean Energy as D.C. Circuit Upholds FERC Order 841More on:
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House Committee to Vote on Funding Boost for Critical Public Health, Environment Programs
July 9, 2020 | Elizabeth Gore, Senior Vice President, Political AffairsTomorrow the House Appropriations Committee will vote on its FY 2021 Interior-Environment appropriations proposal,.More on:
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Clean Energy Innovation and Deployment Act is a Valuable Addition to Climate Change Debate
July 9, 2020 | Elizabeth Gore, Senior Vice President, Political AffairsClean Energy Innovation and Deployment Act is a Valuable Addition to Climate Change DebateMore on:
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Pennsylvania House Rejects Essential Climate and Public Health Policy That is Overwhelmingly Supported by Pennsylvanians
July 8, 2020 | Mandy Warner, Director, Climate & Clean Air PolicyStatement from Mandy Warner, Director of Climate and Clean Air Policy, Environmental Defense FundMore on:
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Sustainable fuels: What shipping can learn from aviation
July 7, 2020Shipping accounts for three percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Without urgent climate action, these emissions are set to at least double by 2050.More on:
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The IMO should follow ICAO’s approach in accounting for emissions beyond the plane for alternative fuels, EDF & UMAS report finds
July 7, 2020 | Marie Cabbia Hubatova, Director, Global ShippingAccording to a report released by EDF, the shipping industry should put in place rules that reflect the impact of shipping fuels.More on:
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EDF, 16 States and Cities Ask Court to Require EPA to Adopt Long-Overdue Standards for Methane Pollution from Existing Oil and Gas Sources
July 6, 2020 | Rosalie Winn, Director and Lead Counsel, Methane and Clean Air PolicyEDF, 16 States and Cities Ask Court to Require EPA to Adopt Long-Overdue Standards for Methane Pollution from Existing Oil and Gas SourcesMore on:
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With Infrastructure Vote, House of Representatives Chooses to Rebuild Better
July 1, 2020 | Elizabeth Gore, Senior Vice President, Political AffairsToday the House of Representatives voted to pass a major job-creating, national infrastructure billMore on:
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Congress has a plan to fight climate change and build a more just America. Here's what you should know.
July 1, 2020 | Fred Krupp, PresidentTop takeaways from Congress' plan to fight climate change and rebuild America.More on:
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Trump EPA’s Proposal Threatens to Distort Health Benefits of Clean Air Act Protections, EDF Testifies
July 1, 2020 | Ben Levitan, Former Senior Attorney, Legal and RegulatoryTrump EPA’s Proposal Threatens to Distort Health Benefits of Clean Air Act Protections, EDF TestifiesMore on:
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ICAO Council Bows to Aviation Industry Request to Rewrite First Three Years of Climate Program Rules
June 30, 2020 | Annie Petsonk, International CounselThe ICAO Council's decision in effect suspends airlines' obligations to offset a portion of their carbon pollution if emissions do not rise above those levels during that time.More on:
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Congressional Report for Addressing Climate Crisis will help America Rebuild Better
June 30, 2020 | Fred Krupp, PresidentFred Krupp statement on the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis report.More on:
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EDF Joins 23 States, Numerous Allies in Asking D.C. Circuit to Protect States’ Long-Established Clean Cars Authority
June 29, 2020 | Peter Zalzal, Distinguished Counsel & Associate Vice President, Clean Air StrategiesEDF Joins 23 States, Numerous Allies in Asking D.C. Circuit to Protect States’ Long-Established Clean Cars AuthorityMore on:
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Momentum Grows in House and Senate for Climate-Resilient Agriculture
June 26, 2020The Growing Climate Solutions Act would enable farmers to generate revenue from delivering verifiable climate benefits.More on:
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EDF Asks D.C. Circuit to Overturn FERC Approval of Unneeded Spire STL Pipeline
June 26, 2020 | Erin Murphy, Director & Sr. Attorney, Clean Air & Energy MarketsEDF is challenging a decision by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to approve a 65-mile long gas pipeline in Illinois and MissouriMore on:
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North Carolina Legislature expands state’s flood protection and climate resilience
June 26, 2020 | Will McDow, Associate Vice President, Climate Resilient Coasts and WatershedsThe North Carolina Legislature passed HB 1087 which includes a measure that would help reduce flooding incidents and keep flood-prone North Carolina communities safer.More on:
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California passes landmark policy to manufacture more electric trucks and buses
June 25, 2020 | Lauren Navarro, Senior Manager, Regulatory & Legislative AffairsThe CA Air Resources Board has a new regulation that manufacturers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks build more electric and zero emission vehicles.More on:
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Nevada Governor Sisolak Takes Important First Step Toward Transportation Electrification
June 22, 2020 | Pam Kiely, Associate Vice President, U.S. RegionNevada Governor Steve Sisolak announced a new effort on Clean Car Standards today that could lead to crucial clean air and economic benefits.More on:
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5 ways we're defending chemical safety against the Trump administration
June 22, 2020We need to hold the Trump Administration accountable on chemical safety. Here's how we're doing it.More on: