Environmental Defense Fund

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EDF Statement on CLEAR

A Press release from EDF on the introduction of the Cantwell-Collins CLEAR ACt.

EDF: Global Warming is a Serious Public Health Concern

Two page EDF fact sheet on how climate change is likely to have (and already is having) serious impacts on health and how by passing the American Clean Energy & Security Act we can help avoid some of the most serious consequences.

EDF: Global Warming Fact Check #1

Environmental Defense Fund's highlights and rebuttals to false statements made during the American Clean Energy and Security Act's first hearing on April 21, 2009.

EDF: In Historic Step, EPA Determines Global Warming Major Threat to Human Health, Environment

Press release from Environmental Defense Fund in response to the EPA's announcement on Friday, April 17 that it considers carbon pollution to be a threat to America's public health and welfare.

EDF: Historic Climate Vote Signals New Momentum to Pass Carbon Cap in 2009

The Environmental Defense Fund reacts of the passage of the American Clean Energy & Security Act through the House Energy & Commerce Committee on May 21, 2009.

EDF: Global Warming Fact Check #4

Environmental Defense Fund's highlights and rebuttals to false statements made during the first markup session of the American Clean Energy and Security Act on May 18, 2009.

EDF: Another way to keep good jobs at home: Cap Emissions!

An EDF fact sheet with examples of how capping emissions (by passing the American Clean Energy & Security Act) would lead to job growth in a number of areas across the United States.

EDF: Global Warming Fact Check #2

Environmental Defense Fund's highlights and rebuttals to false statements made during the American Clean Energy and Security Act's second hearing on April 22, 2009.

EDF: What's the Most Expensive Climate Policy? Doing Nothing.

An EDF fact sheet with quotes about how climate change poses an significant economic risk to a number of sectors. By investing a small amount now (via passing the American Clean Energy and Security Act) we can avoid the huge costs that will come as a result of doing nothing.

EDF: Inaction on climate could hurt U.S. farmers

An EDF fact sheet on how climate change is or will impact agriculture and how by passing the American Clean Energy and Security Act we can manage those economic risks.

EDF: Waxman-Markey Climate Agreement Opens Door for Action on Climate Cap

Statement from Environmental Defense Fund on the Waxman-Markey bill released May 15, 2009.

Letter to Chairmen Waxman and Markey: May 18, 2009

A letter from Environmental Defense Fund to Chairmen Waxman and Markey in support of the American Clean Energy and Security Act.

EDF: Global Warming Fact Check #5

Environmental Defense Fund's highlights and rebuttals to false statements made during the second markup session of the American Clean Energy and Security Act on May 19, 2009.

Environmental Defense Fund: On President Obama's Decision to Go to Copenhagen

“President Obama’s decision to attend climate talks in Copenhagen is good news for the planet, and a great Thanksgiving gift for America. President Obama’s personal involvement in this historic event shows the U.S. is serious about protecting the climate and creating a clean energy future for the world. "

EDF Reacts to Passage of ACES Through House

On June 26, Environmental Defense Fund reacts to the passage of the American Clean Energy & Security Act through the House.

Ensuring the Integrity of the Carbon Market

EDF fact sheet explains how Congress can ensure the right regulatory balance and avoid the recent problems seen in financial markets.

Statement from EDF President Fred Krupp on Copenhagen Climate Accord

Press release from Environmental Defense Fund on December 18, 2009 in response to the Copenhagen Climate Accord with statement from President Fred Krupp, "Today’s agreement takes the first important steps toward true transparency and accountability in an international climate agreement. The sooner the U.S. speaks through Senate legislation, the sooner we can set the terms of engagement for talks to come."

Environmental Defense Fund Reacts to Introduction of Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act

Press release from Environmental Defense Fund on the introduction of Senate climate and energy legislation, with statements by EDF legislative director Elizabeth Thompson.

Statement by Environmental Defense Fund President Fred Krupp on Committee Passage of the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act

Press release from EDF on November 5, 2009 with statement on the Senate EPW passage of S. 1733.

Cost of Climate Law Delay

EDF fact sheet showing the economic cost difference between beginning action in 2012 versus two years later to reach the Waxman-Markey 2020 emissions reduction goal.

Critique of ACCF/NAM's Analysis of H.R. 2454 on the U.S. Economy

EDF paper challenging oversights by ACCF/NAM.

Unlocking economic opportunity with a CAP on Carbon

A two-page fact sheet by the Environmental Defense Fund outlining the three reasons benefits of putting a cap on carbon: 1) long-term price signals for investors, 2) California's climate bill spurred investment and 3) would create markets for low carbon technologies.

Air Quality Measures Consistently Cost Less Than Predicted

A two-page fact sheet by the Environmental Defense Fund on how air quality measures -- such as the Clean Air Act -- have historically been one of the most cost-effective regulatory programs in the country . It also explains why cap-and-trade is the best approach to reducing emissions.

EDF: What Will It Cost to Protect Ourselves From Global Warming?

An August 2008 EDF report that concludes if the US acts soon to set a cap-and-trade system in place, it will significantly reduce GHG emissions without adversely effecting the economy. Specifically, the cost of capping GHGs will cost the average American family less than 1% of their annual budget over the next twenty years.

Sectoral Approaches in a New Global Framework: An Exploration of Guiding Principles

EDF gives a brief overview of weaknesses in proposed sectoral approaches as well as guiding principles for solutions.

Cutting Global Warming Pollution For a Dime A Day

A three-page fact sheet by the Environmental Defense Fund that provides an overview of the Congressional Budget Office and EPA economic analyses, both of which conclude that the American Clean Energy and Security Act would have a minimal impact on consumer prices. In fact, the U.S. economy will grow strongly under the legislation.

How Capping Carbon Creates Jobs

A graphic from Environmental Defense Fund which explains how global warming legislation is linked to job creation and economic recovery.

EDF: Global Warming Fact Check #3

Environmental Defense Fund's highlights and rebuttals to false statements made during the American Clean Energy and Security Act's third hearing on April 23, 2009.

EDF: EPA Determination on Greenhouse Gases Sets Stage for U.S. Action on Climate Change, Clean Energy Economy

Press release from Environmental Defense Fund on December 7, 2009 on the EPA endangerment finding for greenhouse gases with statement from President Fred Krupp.

EIA Analysis: A Carbon Cap Will Cut America’s Oil Addiction for About a Dime a Day

EDF reacts to the release of the Energy Information Administration's analysis of ACES, Aug. 4 2009.

Clean Energy Jobs in Indiana Overview

This fact sheet collects several sources of information showing how accelerating the clean-energy transition will benefit Indiana's economy — and, conversely, the costs and consequences of failing to act.

EDF State-Specific Facts Sheets on Clean Energy Jobs, Costs of Inaction

Link to PDFs detailing existing clean energy jobs, opportunities for the future clean energy jobs, and costs of inaction for a number of states, with more to come.

EDF: President Forges Common Ground with Diverse Regional Interests on Climate Security

Environmental Defense Fund's response to President Obama's announcement on May 19, 2009 that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Transportation will establish a uniform federal standard to reduce global warming pollution from cars and light trucks and improve vehicle efficiency.

EDF: President Fred Krupp on Waxman-Markey Climate Legislation

Press released statement by EDF's president Fred Krupp on how climate legislation is exactly what we need to kickstart the nation's economy.

EDF: DOT Adviser Praises House for Passing Nadler Amendment to Hike Transit Funding by 33 Percent in Stimulus Bill

An adviser to the U.S. Department of Transportation praised the U.S. House of Representatives for approving an amendment by voice vote this afternoon to increase transit capital funding in the stimulus bill by $3 billion or 33 percent, from $9 billion to $12 billion.

Less Carbon, More Jobs

A database and Google Map showing how a cap on carbon will create a new-energy economy and new jobs in 12 states, including: IN, AR, CO, FL, GA, MI, MO, OH, VA, NH, PA, TN

EDF: Stimulus Transportation Plan Gives States Flexibility to Build “Bridges to Nowhere” or Bridge to 21st Century, Green Group Says

America deserves to see whether the states will use the funds in the economic stimulus plan released today by the House leadership and President-elect Obama’s economic team “to buy ‘bridges to nowhere’ or a bridge to the 21st century,” according to Environmental Defense Fund.

EDF: House-Passed Stimulus Conference Report Praised for Transit, High Speed Rail, and Flexible Transportation Funding

The stimulus bill conference report passed by the U.S. House of Representatives today was praised for investing billions in transit and high speed rail and for the option of spending highway funds for transit and fixing roads and bridges, not just building new roads. The U.S. Senate is expected to pass the conference report as soon as tonight.

EDF: Stimulus Bill Conferees Urged to Adopt Best Transportation Provisions in Senate and House Bills

The stimulus bill conferees should adopt the best transportation provisions in the Senate and House bills, according to an adviser to the U.S. Transportation Department who is Transportation Director for Environmental Defense Fund.