Climate pollution
Cutting greenhouse gases to build a safer climate
Greenhouse gas emissions from various sources of pollution drive global warming. Reducing them is key to limiting climate change.
We’re creating solutions to cut those emissions in ways that benefit the environment and communities, building the safer climate we all deserve.
Our work
There are meaningful, cost-effective ways to make a difference today. Here are some areas where we’re taking action.
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ExplainerMethane: A crucial opportunity in the climate fight
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ExplainerHow are our air and climate connected?
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ExplainerClean or dirty: Is hydrogen the climate-friendly energy solution we need?
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Fact sheet5 facts that set the record straight on electric vehicles in the U.S.
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ArticleHow dairy companies and farmers can help save the planet
Resources
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Climate 411: Expert commentary on global climate change and clean air
- Expert Voices
Methane in the spotlight: 10 scientific facts you should know
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Bill Nye the Science Guy highlights the fastest way to slow global warming
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How to save money on an EV in the U.S. in 2024
- Explainer
What is ‘prebunking’ — and how to do it to help advance EVs
- Website
Net Zero Action Accelerator
Updates
Read the latest articles, blogs and press releases on climate pollution.
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EDF, Allies Urge D.C. Circuit to Uphold Strengthened Mercury and Air Toxics Standards
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North Carolina Utilities Commission Order on Duke Energy Carbon Plan Leaves Path to Offshore Wind on the Table
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North Carolina can still avoid huge amounts of emissions (and stranded carbon emitting assets) under the state’s Carbon Plan Law. Here’s how.
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10 Trends and Opportunities in the 2024 NDC Synthesis Report
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EPA announces recipients of monumental funding to clean up America’s ports
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Closing emissions gap with 2025 NDC Revisions: Critical Opportunities for Climate Action
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Our experts
We bring together people with diverse skills to tackle climate pollution. Here are some who represent key parts of this work.
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Ritesh Gautam
Lead Senior Scientist, Remote Sensing
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Steven Hamburg
Senior Vice President, Chief Scientist
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Vickie Patton
General Counsel
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Tianyi Sun
Senior Climate Scientist
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Derek Walker
Vice President, Global Energy Transition
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Xiaolu Zhao
Senior Director, Climate
Media contact
Sharyn Stein
(202) 572-3396 (office)
(202) 905-5718 (mobile)
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