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Long-Delayed Methylene Chloride Ban Finalized but Still Leaves Workers at Risk
March 15, 2019 | Lindsay McCormick, Senior Program Manager, Safer ChemicalsToday, the EPA announced that it finalized a rule that bans methylene chloride in paint strippers for consumer uses but still allows them in workplaces. -
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First Major Oil and Gas Reform in New Mexico in Over a Decade Headed to Governor Luján Grisham
March 15, 2019 | Jon Goldstein, Associate Vice President, Energy TransitionLegislation restores critical authority to oil and gas regulator, improves produced water oversightMore on:
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You’re not imagining this – politicians in Washington are actually talking climate again
March 14, 2019Politicians are responding to pressure from home: A majority of Americans want to see Congress act on climate -
Senate Vote Crucial Step Toward Major Oil and Gas Reform in New Mexico
March 14, 2019 | Jon Goldstein, Associate Vice President, Energy TransitionLegislation in New Mexico would restore enforcement authority to the state's oil and gas regulator. -
New Report Identifies Proactive Strategies to Manage California's Renewable Energy Transition
March 14, 2019 | Timothy O'Connor, Former Senior Director and Senior Attorney, Energy Transition StrategyTransition to zero-carbon buildings is a critical step in California’s efforts to fight climate change, but the state must develop a cost-effective plan. -
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Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan Letter of Support to Congress
March 14, 2019 | Kevin Moran, Associate Vice President, Regional AffairsEDF and our partners urge Congress to support legislation for the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan after it was endorsed by seven states.More on:
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BP and Environmental Defense Fund Collaborate to Reduce Methane Emissions
March 13, 2019 | Fred Krupp, PresidentBP and EDF collaborate to develop technologies and management practices to accelerate reduction of methane emission across the global oil and gas industry -
EDF Statement: House Hearing on Failure by the Trump EPA to Protect Workers from Toxic Chemicals
March 12, 2019 | Richard Denison, Former Lead Senior ScientistThe House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Subcommittee on the Environment and Climate Change holds a hearing on the EPA’s Failure to Protect Workers. -
New Research Doubles Service Life Estimate of Marine Workboat Engines, Reveals Big Opportunities for Diesel Emissions Reductions
March 11, 2019 | Elena Craft, Associate Vice President, Climate and HealthNew Research Doubles Service Life Estimate of Marine Workboat Engines, Reveals Big Opportunities for Diesel Emissions Reductions -
Nuclear Bailout Bill Dramatically Misses Mark, Ignores Need for Pennsylvania to Cut Carbon Pollution
March 11, 2019 | Andrew Williams, Director, Regulatory & Legislative AffairsPennsylvania's nuclear bill does not do enough to support affordable, clean energy. -
Trump Administration Chooses Once Again to Attack America’s Health and Environment
March 11, 2019Statement of Elizabeth Gore, EDF Senior Vice President -
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Open Letter to California's Water Agencies on the Colorado River
March 11, 2019 | Maurice Hall, Senior Advisor, Climate Resilient Water SystemsAn open letter from EDF, Audubon California to California's water agencies on moving forward on the Colorado River Lower Basin Drought Contingency Plan.More on:
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EDF, Audubon Urge California Water Agencies to Finalize Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan
March 11, 2019 | Maurice Hall, Senior Advisor, Climate Resilient Water SystemsStatement of Maurice Hall, EDF Associate VP, Ecosystems - Water, urging California Water Agencies to finalize Colorado River Drought Contingency PlanMore on:
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Groups Ask Court for Permission to Help Defend Colorado Clean Car Standards
March 11, 2019 | Peter Zalzal, Distinguished Counsel & Associate Vice President, Clean Air StrategiesEnvironmental Defense Fund, the Natural Resources Defense Council and Sierra Club hope to go to court to support the state of Colorado in its decision to adopt protective state clean car standards.More on:
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ICAO Moves Forward on CORSIA, But Must Step up Its Game on Transparency to Meet Aviation’s Climate Commitment
March 7, 2019 | Baroness Bryony Worthington, Executive Director, EuropeCriteria for evaluating emission reductions to offset growth in aviation pollution could be worthless without full transparency and detailed rules. -
EDF, NRDC Ask Court to Require Disclosure of EPA’s Hidden Analysis on the Clean Cars Rollback
March 7, 2019 | Martha Roberts, Senior Attorney, U.S. Climate Legal and Regulatory ProgramEDF, NRDC Ask Court to Require Disclosure of EPA’s Hidden Analysis on the Clean Cars Rollback -
EDF Launches Smart Boat Initiative to Help Recover Global Fisheries
March 6, 2019 | Kathleen (Katie) McGinty, Senior Vice President, OceansToday at the World Ocean Summit being held in Abu Dhabi, Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) announced the launch of its Smart Boat Initiative. -
EDF Strongly Supports Schumer Call for Select Climate Committee
March 6, 2019Statement of Elizabeth Gore, EDF Senior Vice President -
UN Aviation Agency’s Decision Could Undercut EU Climate Progress
March 5, 2019 | Baroness Bryony Worthington, Executive Director, EuropeA backroom deal on aviation carbon trading rules could allow worthless credits, double counting, and secrecy, warns Environmental Defense Fund Europe -
Rejection of Post-Hurricane Harvey Air Pollution Monitoring “Part of a Disturbing Trend of Willful Ignorance”
March 5, 2019 | Elena Craft, Associate Vice President, Climate and HealthRejection of Post-Hurricane Harvey Air Pollution Monitoring “Part of a Disturbing Trend of Willful Ignorance”More on:
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Water for Arizona Coalition Notes Progress on Interstate Drought Contingency Plan
March 4, 2019 | Kevin Moran, Associate Vice President, Regional AffairsKevin Moran, Senior Director for the Colorado River Program at EDF and Chair of the Water for Arizona Coalition, on the Drought Contingency Plan.More on:
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EDF Sees Selection of Graves as Ranking Member of Select Committee on Climate Crisis as Positive Step
March 1, 2019 | Elizabeth Gore, Senior Vice President, Political AffairsEDF Sees Selection of Graves as Ranking Member of Select Committee on Climate Crisis as Positive Step -
Bold New Legislative Package Sets Illinois on Path to Clean, Equitable Energy Economy
February 28, 2019 | Christie Hicks, Senior Director & Lead Counsel, Equitable Regulatory SolutionsBold New Legislative Package Sets Illinois on Path to Clean, Equitable Energy Economy -
Kasich: Climate Change Is a Danger to Our Economy and Our Future
February 28, 2019 | Fred Krupp, PresidentKasich: Climate Change Is a Danger to Our Economy and Our Future -
Senate Approves Former Coal Lobbyist to Run EPA, Endangering Health of American Families
February 28, 201952 senators voted to install a former coal lobbyist to run the Environmental Protection Agency. The senators who supported Andrew Wheeler’s nomination to lead the EPA are now responsible for his policies, which seek to undermine safeguards for clean air, clean water, and our children’s health. The real world result will be more asthma attacks, more health problems, and more pollution.