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Creating bold solutions based on research
Why science matters: It takes rigorous science to protect people and the planet. One example: Our groundbreaking studies put the powerful climate pollutant methane on the global agenda — and we launched a satellite to map, measure and reduce it.
How we use this powerful approach: Our scientists lead large-scale collaborations with university and industry partners to guide our work, building on the legacy of the scientists who founded EDF more than 50 years ago. Whether we’re mapping climate pollution from space or cutting air pollution on the ground, science drives all we do.
Our work using science to drive lasting change
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Our cutting-edge science is guiding global action to cut methane
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Ghana’s traditional fishers are using new tech to bolster climate-smart fishing
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We need to know more about leaks before betting big on hydrogen
- Expert Voices
Methane in the spotlight: 10 scientific facts you should know
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EDF explains: What is blue carbon?
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How we’re using technology to tackle air pollution in communities
Updates
Read the latest articles, blogs and press releases on science.
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Sustainability starts with health: Disease prevention and management in aquaculture
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Localized air monitoring in New York’s disadvantaged communities underscores the need for immediate action to cut air pollution
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Cumulative assessment better estimates the real-world risks chemicals pose on our health
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New Study Provides Comprehensive Estimates of Methane Emissions from Canada’s Oil and Gas Industry Based on Direct Measurements
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An obvious solution for building electric transmission faster: Use railroads and highways
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There’s No Escaping the Need to Address Escapes in Aquaculture
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Our science experts
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Steven Hamburg
Senior Vice President, Chief Scientist
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Ramon Alvarez
Associate Chief Scientist
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Lisa Dilling
Associate Chief Scientist
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Kristin Kleisner
Associate Vice President, Oceans Science
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Rainer Romero-Canyas
Lead Senior Behavioral Social Scientist
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Tianyi Sun
Climate Scientist
Partner perspective
Scientists don’t always understand how to get people to act on their data. That’s where EDF has proven to be superb.
Daniel McCleese
Chair, MethaneSAT Science Advisory Group
Media contact
Anne Marie Borrego
(202) 572-3508 (office)