Statement from EDF Associate Vice President Will McDow on today’s new proposed Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule from the Trump administration that will redefine which wetlands and waters have ...

A new global survey from EDF of 156 ag finance institutions in 17 countries found that the majority are taking action to manage weather-related risks.

This global pledge marks a milestone in building wildfire resilience across tropical regions and embedding prevention-first approaches.

A few days ago, at the COP30 Leader’s Summit, in Belém, the government of Brazil, with leaders of more than thirty countries, announced the official launch of the Tropical Forests Forever Facility ...

(WASHINGTON, D.C. – November 10, 2025) Developers of electric transmission projects can reduce delays, build trust, and deliver local value by engaging communities early and tailoring benefits to ...

The problem: 2024 was the Earth’s hottest year on record. The evidence of climate change is everywhere. But if we act now, we can limit the worst impacts of global warming, from extreme weather to ...

Stay informed and get inspired with our in-depth stories about the people and ideas making a difference, insight from our experts and the latest progress in the climate fight. Go deeper with our ...

The Advisory trustees of Environmental Defense Fund are former members of our Board. Because of their commitment to EDF's values and mission they continue to be engaged with the organization in a ...

The problem: Climate change is disrupting our global food supply, while food systems — including food production, distribution and changes to how land is used — cause 30% of global climate pollution.

Removing lead from gasoline in the United States was a huge win for public health — and EDF’s persistent advocacy helped secure the victory. In the 1970s, lead was still used in gasoline. As a result, ...

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