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EPA: Now’s Your Chance to Get Foxes Out of the Henhouse
October 10, 2023 | Samantha Liskow, Lead Counsel, HealthNOTE: This is the second in a series about EPA’s regulation of new chemicals. What Happened? EPA recently proposed new regulations for its safety reviews of new chemicals under our nation’s main chemicals law, the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). With this action, the agency has a big chance to solve major problems that have …More on:
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Climate Policy News You Can Use — September 2023
October 9, 2023 | Victoria Mills, Managing DirectorWe’re back! Hope your September is off to a good start and that you got to enjoy some R&R this summer. I’m resolved to spend more of my life on top ofMore on:
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Climate News You Can Use — July & August 2023
October 9, 2023 | Victoria Mills, Managing DirectorThis summer’s record-shattering temperatures make abundantly clear why we need to act fast to cut climate pollution.More on:
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Press release
New California Laws Will Give Investors More Information about Climate-Related Financial Risks
October 7, 2023 | Michael Panfil, Senior Director and Lead Counsel of Climate Risk & Clean PowerCalifornia has two brand-new laws that require large companies operating in California to disclose their risks from climate change — a vitally important step that will help ensure investors have the information they need to make prudent financial decisions.More on:
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Governor Newsom Signs Bill Fixing Main Cause of Oil Industry “Orphan Wells”
October 7, 2023 | Katelyn Roedner Sutter, California State DirectorEnvironmental Defense Fund today praised Governor Gavin Newsom’s signature of AB 1167, which requires companies purchasing marginally productive oil wells to file with the state a bond or financial assurance sufficient to cover well plugging and site restoration costs.More on:
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Governor Newsom Signs Bill to Help California’s Power Grid Keep Up with State’s Transition to Electric Vehicles
October 7, 2023 | Katelyn Roedner Sutter, California State DirectorEnvironmental Defense Fund today praised Governor Gavin Newsom’s signature of SB 410 to help ease the state’s adoption of electric vehicles and bolster the readiness of the state’s energy grid for resulting increases in energy demand.More on:
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4 opportunities for Virginia’s General Assembly to build statewide flood resilience
October 6, 2023 | Grace Rogers, Manager, Climate Resilient Coasts and WatershedsResearch shows that investing in flood resilience saves at least $6 for every $1 spent pre-disaster, which is why it’s so important to start planning for climate impacts now. Virginia leaders must continue to build flood resilience through four big initiatives. The post 4 opportunities for Virginia’s General Assembly to build statewide flood resilience first appeared on Growing Returns.More on:
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Biden Administration Unveils Guidance That Will Allow Thousands of Dollars in Instant Rebates for Electric Vehicles
October 6, 2023 | Peter Zalzal, Distinguished Counsel & Associate Vice President, Clean Air StrategiesStatement of Peter Zalzal, EDF Associate Vice President of Clean Air StrategiesMore on:
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Looking Ahead to COP: Climate Week Takeaways for Food & Agriculture
October 6, 2023 | Katie Anderson, Senior Director, Business, Food and ForestsAfter a whirlwind and inspiring New York Climate Week, I’m looking ahead to COP28 and reflecting on the key themes that I want to carry forward. This year more than ever, food and agriculture sector issues were front of mind in the conversation, given companies even more opportunities and resources to take action. I came …More on:
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Policy options for addressing methane emissions from the coal sector
October 5, 2023This paper analyses three groups of policies leading to the decrease in methane emissions in the coal sector: 1) policies stimulating reduction in coal supply/demand, 2) policies stimulating the reduction in methane emissions, and 3) enabling polices and regulatory frameworks.More on:
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Heavy rains reveal (literal) cracks in New York City’s subways
October 4, 2023Heavy rains caused significant flooding in New York City, and climate change is only making extreme weather worse. Congestion pricing, a plan to reduce traffic and air pollution while funding public transit, could be key to keeping the city moving.More on:
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Environmental Defense Fund and Allies File Joint Comments on Environmental Protection Agency’s Methane Reporting Rule
October 3, 2023 | Rosalie Winn, Director and Lead Counsel, Methane and Clean Air PolicyEDF and allies submitted public comments on the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed regulations to update reporting of methane and other greenhouse gas emissions from the oil and gas industry.More on:
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Will adding more sand to Florida’s beaches save them? Experts share why this isn’t enough.
October 3, 2023 | Rachel Rhode, Manager, Climate Resilient Coasts & WatershedsOver the last 87 years, Florida has spent at least $1.9 billion on beach nourishment, and state and local governments pay $30 to $50 million per year to maintain their coastlines. While this may mean beautiful beaches, taxpayers should question if beach nourishment alone is the best investment for Florida in the long-term. The post Will adding more sand to Florida’s beaches save them? Experts share why this isn’t enough. first appeared on Growing Returns.More on:
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Putting blue food on the menu at COP28
October 2, 2023 | Karly Kelso, Director, Climate Resilient Food SystemsBy Karly Kelso (EDF), Dr. Michelle Tigchelaar (Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions), and Dr. Malin Jonell (Stockholm Resilience Center) This piece was originally published in Swedish here. The last few years have wrought havoc on the food supply, particularly for the people trapped in the cycle of poverty. COVID, climate change and conflict have disrupted …More on:
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Global Stocktake report highlights opportunities for ambitious climate action
September 29, 2023 | Juan Pablo Hoffmaister, Associate Vice President, Global Engagement and PartnershipsThis blog was co-authored by Juan Pablo Hoffmaister, AVP for Global Climate Cooperation, and Alice Alpert, Senior Climate Scientist at Environmental Defense Fund. Earlier this month, the UN released a report synthesizing the technical assessment process of the first Global Stocktake (GST) of the Paris Agreement. The report found that the world is making some progress …More on:
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Press release
Reducing Greenhouse Gas Pollution Must Include Pennsylvania’s Participation in RGGI
September 29, 2023 | Mandy Warner, Director, Climate & Clean Air PolicyEDF Statement from Mandy Warner, Pennsylvania DirectorMore on:
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MARPOL at 50: EDF's commitment goes on
September 29, 2023By Dana Rodriguez Today marks the celebration of World Maritime Day. This year’s theme — ‘MARPOL at 50 — Our commitment goes on’. This theme spotlights the 50th anniversary of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, and encourages discussions on the next phase of the International Maritime Organization’s work to promote …More on:
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Press release
EDF Joins Climate Resilience Summit, Emphasizes Importance of People and Communities
September 28, 2023 | Eric Schwaab, Senior Vice President, People and NatureToday, the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) will participate in the Biden administration’s summit on Building Climate Resilient Communities.More on:
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Press release
Appeals Court Will Not Halt Good Neighbor Plan to Reduce Interstate Air Pollution from Coal-Plant Smokestacks
September 25, 2023 | Noha Haggag, Senior Attorney, Clean PowerStatement from EDF attorney Noha HaggagMore on:
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Time for a New Age for New Chemicals
September 25, 2023 | Maria Doa, Senior Director, Chemicals PolicyBy Maria Doa, PhD, Senior Director, Chemicals Policy, Samantha Liskow, Senior Counsel, and Colin Parts, Legal Fellow NOTE: This is the first of a series about EPA’s regulation of new chemicals. What Happened? EPA recently proposed regulations to govern how it reviews companies’ pre-manufacture notifications for new chemicals before those chemicals can go on the …More on:
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Press release
EPA Proposal Strengthens Protections from Toxic Air Pollution
September 22, 2023 | Noha Haggag, Senior Attorney, Clean PowerStatement from EDF attorney Noha HaggagMore on:
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EDF Asks U.S. Supreme Court to Conserve Vital Chevron Doctrine
September 22, 2023 | Vickie Patton, General CounselLeading Environmental Group Files Amicus Brief in Loper Bright Enterprises v. RaimondoMore on:
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Pennsylvanians want climate action; methane offers an opportunity for Gov. Shapiro to deliver
September 21, 2023By John Rutecki As we wrap up a summer of sweltering heat waves and dangerous air quality, new poll results show strong majorities of Pennsylvanians want action to address the climate crisis. The poll from EDF Action, Earthworks Action Fund, Sierra Club and Clean Air Task Force Action found that the majority of Pennsylvanians support …More on:
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Press release
SEC Brings Much-Needed Transparency to Sustainable Investing
September 20, 2023 | Stephanie Jones, Senior Attorney, Climate RiskStatement from Stephanie Jones, Senior Attorney at EDFMore on:
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Press release
EDF, Partners Support Biden Administration's New Guidance to Incorporate the Value of Nature into Federal Decision-making Processes
September 19, 2023 | Natalie Snider, Ph.D., Associate Vice President, Climate Resilient Coasts & WatershedsEnvironmental Defense Fund (EDF) and 16 partner organizations and experts have filed comments to the Office of Management and Budget supporting its proposed guidance for Assessing Changes in Environmental and Ecosystem Services in Benefit-cost Analysis.More on: