EDF Energy Transition
@edfenergyex.bsky.social
Environmental Defense Fund's Energy Transition team. Working to bend the curve on global GHG emissions from fossil fuel production and use by 2030, cleanly + equitably.
With EPA granting Texas primacy over Class VI wells, the state now controls permitting and oversight of underground carbon storage — and must prove it can enforce strong, science-based standards that protect people, water and climate.
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Will Texas carbon storage primacy spark a world-class permitting and enforcement program, or will it merely check the boxes? Only time will tell - and the world is watching - Energy Exchange
With EPA granting Texas primacy over Class VI wells, the state now controls permitting and oversight of underground carbon storage — and must prove it can enforce strong, science-based standards that ...
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November 13, 2025 at 9:02 PM
With EPA granting Texas primacy over Class VI wells, the state now controls permitting and oversight of underground carbon storage — and must prove it can enforce strong, science-based standards that protect people, water and climate.
Read more here ⬇️
www.edf.org/Z6H7
Read more here ⬇️
www.edf.org/Z6H7
“You can’t manage what you don’t measure.” Cornell Atkinson Center + @envdefensefund.bsky.social researchers are closing data gaps on methane & hydrogen leaks—turning science into critical data for industry and policymakers. 🎥 Watch the story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1md...
Measuring the Invisible: How Cornell and EDF Are Tracking Methane and Hydrogen Leaks
YouTube video by Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability
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November 12, 2025 at 4:27 PM
“You can’t manage what you don’t measure.” Cornell Atkinson Center + @envdefensefund.bsky.social researchers are closing data gaps on methane & hydrogen leaks—turning science into critical data for industry and policymakers. 🎥 Watch the story: www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1md...
The U.S. must build more transmission to power a cleaner future — and projects have a higher chance of succeeding when communities are partners.
Our new report with @cleanaircatf.bsky.social shows early engagement, local priorities & flexible benefits are key 👉https://www.edf.org/Z6Hm
Our new report with @cleanaircatf.bsky.social shows early engagement, local priorities & flexible benefits are key 👉https://www.edf.org/Z6Hm
November 10, 2025 at 5:44 PM
The U.S. must build more transmission to power a cleaner future — and projects have a higher chance of succeeding when communities are partners.
Our new report with @cleanaircatf.bsky.social shows early engagement, local priorities & flexible benefits are key 👉https://www.edf.org/Z6Hm
Our new report with @cleanaircatf.bsky.social shows early engagement, local priorities & flexible benefits are key 👉https://www.edf.org/Z6Hm
Target and DHL Express announced the incorporation of electric vans into their last mile delivery operations in October.
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www.edf.org/Z6HW
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October 2025: Electric trucks, buses round-up - Energy Exchange
Target and DHL Express announced the incorporation of electric vans into their last mile delivery operations in October. Hermann Services is celebrating 100 years in business with 15 new electric truc...
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November 10, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Target and DHL Express announced the incorporation of electric vans into their last mile delivery operations in October.
Read more here⬇️
www.edf.org/Z6HW
Read more here⬇️
www.edf.org/Z6HW
EDF’s new peer-reviewed perspective highlights how efforts to cut greenhouse gases from planes must also reduce harmful pollutants that disproportionately affect nearby and disadvantaged communities.
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Strategies to decarbonize aviation must protect communities and climate - Energy Exchange
By Courtney Grimes EDF’s new peer-reviewed perspective highlights how efforts to cut greenhouse gases from planes must also reduce harmful pollutants that disproportionately affect nearby and disadva...
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November 6, 2025 at 7:02 PM
EDF’s new peer-reviewed perspective highlights how efforts to cut greenhouse gases from planes must also reduce harmful pollutants that disproportionately affect nearby and disadvantaged communities.
Read more here⬇️
edf.org/Z6HP
Read more here⬇️
edf.org/Z6HP
NEW: With consultative status at @imohq.bsky.social's London Convention & Protocol, @envdefensefund.bsky.social will bring expert science to the table to protect oceans, guide marine carbon removal, and accelerate climate action. 🌊
More:
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EDF Strengthens Role in Ocean-Climate Governance with New Consultative Status at the IMO’s London Convention and Protocol
EDF Strengthens Role in Ocean-Climate Governance with New Consultative Status at the IMO’s London Convention and Protocol
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October 31, 2025 at 8:07 PM
NEW: With consultative status at @imohq.bsky.social's London Convention & Protocol, @envdefensefund.bsky.social will bring expert science to the table to protect oceans, guide marine carbon removal, and accelerate climate action. 🌊
More:
www.edf.org/media/edf-st...
More:
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Canada's proposed methane rules could do more than cut pollution — they could create 34,000 jobs nationwide while saving billions in wasted natural gas.
Smart climate policy is smart economic policy. blogs.edf.org/markets/2025...
Smart climate policy is smart economic policy. blogs.edf.org/markets/2025...
Canada’s 34,000-Job Opportunity: Finalizing Canada's Methane Regulations - Market Forces
This post by Environmental Defense Fund economist Luis Fernández Intriago; Senior Campaign Manager, Canada, Ari Pottens; Senior Manager of Economics and Policy Analysis, Maureen Lackner; and former ED...
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October 29, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Canada's proposed methane rules could do more than cut pollution — they could create 34,000 jobs nationwide while saving billions in wasted natural gas.
Smart climate policy is smart economic policy. blogs.edf.org/markets/2025...
Smart climate policy is smart economic policy. blogs.edf.org/markets/2025...
This month marks 10 years since the largest natural gas leak in U.S. history.
The Aliso Canyon leak pumped out ~100,000 tons of methane, and brought attention to a broader methane problem across the oil & gas supply chain.
So what's changed since? ➡️ www.edf.org/Z6HN
The Aliso Canyon leak pumped out ~100,000 tons of methane, and brought attention to a broader methane problem across the oil & gas supply chain.
So what's changed since? ➡️ www.edf.org/Z6HN
October 23, 2025 at 2:48 PM
This month marks 10 years since the largest natural gas leak in U.S. history.
The Aliso Canyon leak pumped out ~100,000 tons of methane, and brought attention to a broader methane problem across the oil & gas supply chain.
So what's changed since? ➡️ www.edf.org/Z6HN
The Aliso Canyon leak pumped out ~100,000 tons of methane, and brought attention to a broader methane problem across the oil & gas supply chain.
So what's changed since? ➡️ www.edf.org/Z6HN
TODAY: @imohq.bsky.social's delay of the #NetZeroFramework is a setback for global climate progress.
A strong, science-based plan to cut shipping emissions is within reach — but only if nations act with urgency to deliver fair, effective rules in 2026. ⚓🌍 www.edf.org/Z6Hc
A strong, science-based plan to cut shipping emissions is within reach — but only if nations act with urgency to deliver fair, effective rules in 2026. ⚓🌍 www.edf.org/Z6Hc
October 17, 2025 at 8:13 PM
TODAY: @imohq.bsky.social's delay of the #NetZeroFramework is a setback for global climate progress.
A strong, science-based plan to cut shipping emissions is within reach — but only if nations act with urgency to deliver fair, effective rules in 2026. ⚓🌍 www.edf.org/Z6Hc
A strong, science-based plan to cut shipping emissions is within reach — but only if nations act with urgency to deliver fair, effective rules in 2026. ⚓🌍 www.edf.org/Z6Hc
The first study of its kind in Japan discovered Osaka’s urban emissions several times higher than official inventories report.
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Japan’s urban methane study shows data gaps and mitigation opportunities - Energy Exchange
By Mark Lunt and Mina Berkow The first study of its kind in Japan discovered Osaka’s urban emissions several times higher than official inventories report. Up to 75% of Osaka’s street-level methan...
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October 16, 2025 at 5:49 PM
The first study of its kind in Japan discovered Osaka’s urban emissions several times higher than official inventories report.
Read more here ⬇️
www.edf.org/Z6HT
Read more here ⬇️
www.edf.org/Z6HT
📅This Wednesday at #SAFNA Congress, EDF's Andrew Lentz will give a deep-dive presentation on America's opportunity to be the largest producer of cost-efficient eFuels. Don't miss it!
📍Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2:00 PM
www.safcongressna.com/agenda-at-a-...
📍Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2:00 PM
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October 13, 2025 at 9:03 PM
📅This Wednesday at #SAFNA Congress, EDF's Andrew Lentz will give a deep-dive presentation on America's opportunity to be the largest producer of cost-efficient eFuels. Don't miss it!
📍Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2:00 PM
www.safcongressna.com/agenda-at-a-...
📍Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2:00 PM
www.safcongressna.com/agenda-at-a-...
Electric vehicles don’t just cut pollution — they can also cut electricity bills.
New research shows that EVs generate more utility revenue than they cost to serve, helping lower rates for all customers — even those who don’t drive one.
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New research shows that EVs generate more utility revenue than they cost to serve, helping lower rates for all customers — even those who don’t drive one.
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October 13, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Electric vehicles don’t just cut pollution — they can also cut electricity bills.
New research shows that EVs generate more utility revenue than they cost to serve, helping lower rates for all customers — even those who don’t drive one.
🔗 blogs.edf.org/energyexchan...
New research shows that EVs generate more utility revenue than they cost to serve, helping lower rates for all customers — even those who don’t drive one.
🔗 blogs.edf.org/energyexchan...
The Trump administration is cutting incentives for green hydrogen and other clean/low-carbon H2 production.
The result?
“The US is falling behind on hydrogen, leaving other regions to take the lead,” EDF’s Beth Trask told @bloomberg.com bit.ly/3IDMLEN
The result?
“The US is falling behind on hydrogen, leaving other regions to take the lead,” EDF’s Beth Trask told @bloomberg.com bit.ly/3IDMLEN
How Trump’s Green Hydrogen Cuts Are Opening the Door for China
President Donald Trump’s administration is planning or has already cut many incentives and programs to produce hydrogen using only electrons. That’s left the door open for China in one area of green t...
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October 10, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The Trump administration is cutting incentives for green hydrogen and other clean/low-carbon H2 production.
The result?
“The US is falling behind on hydrogen, leaving other regions to take the lead,” EDF’s Beth Trask told @bloomberg.com bit.ly/3IDMLEN
The result?
“The US is falling behind on hydrogen, leaving other regions to take the lead,” EDF’s Beth Trask told @bloomberg.com bit.ly/3IDMLEN
Adoption of the @imohq.bsky.social Net Zero Framework can steer the sector toward a cleaner future.
For a lasting transition, climate action should be just and equitable, addressing unequal impacts and amplifying the voices of those most affected. ⚖️ Read more: blogs.edf.org/energyexchan...
For a lasting transition, climate action should be just and equitable, addressing unequal impacts and amplifying the voices of those most affected. ⚖️ Read more: blogs.edf.org/energyexchan...
A Fair Transition is on the Horizon for Shipping Sector this October - Energy Exchange
By Erica Morehouse The International Maritime Organization will have its chance to show leadership by adopting the Net Zero Framework, a set of global measures that include a fuel standard that accoun...
blogs.edf.org
October 8, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Adoption of the @imohq.bsky.social Net Zero Framework can steer the sector toward a cleaner future.
For a lasting transition, climate action should be just and equitable, addressing unequal impacts and amplifying the voices of those most affected. ⚖️ Read more: blogs.edf.org/energyexchan...
For a lasting transition, climate action should be just and equitable, addressing unequal impacts and amplifying the voices of those most affected. ⚖️ Read more: blogs.edf.org/energyexchan...
A 20% hydrogen blend by volume wastes 70% of its energy before it reaches households, demands 1.8 times more clean electricity than New Jersey needs to decarbonize its entire economy, and cuts building emissions by only 5%.
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Blending Hydrogen into New Jersey Gas Pipelines is Not a Viable Decarbonization Strategy - Energy Exchange
By Curt Stokes, Director and Senior Attorney, Environmental Defense Fund A 20% hydrogen blend by volume wastes 70% of its energy before it reaches households, demands 1.8 times more clean electricity ...
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October 7, 2025 at 3:07 PM
A 20% hydrogen blend by volume wastes 70% of its energy before it reaches households, demands 1.8 times more clean electricity than New Jersey needs to decarbonize its entire economy, and cuts building emissions by only 5%.
Read more here ⬇️
www.edf.org/Z6H4
Read more here ⬇️
www.edf.org/Z6H4
A new report prepared by Clean Energy Works for EDF makes the case that by acting proactively now, rural co-ops can accommodate (and even attract) medium and heavy-duty EVs while also reducing long-term grid upgrade costs to their members.
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Electric Trucks and Buses: A Challenge and Opportunity for Rural Co-Ops - Energy Exchange
By Dakoury Godo-Solo, Environmental Defense Fund and Lidiya Kassahun and Margarita Parra, Clean Energy Works Rural electric co-ops face both challenges and opportunities as electric trucks and buses d...
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October 2, 2025 at 3:09 PM
A new report prepared by Clean Energy Works for EDF makes the case that by acting proactively now, rural co-ops can accommodate (and even attract) medium and heavy-duty EVs while also reducing long-term grid upgrade costs to their members.
Read more here⬇️⬇️
edf.org/Z6HZ
Read more here⬇️⬇️
edf.org/Z6HZ
New on the blog: A Fair Transition is on the Horizon for Shipping Sector this October
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www.edf.org/Z6Hk
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www.edf.org/Z6Hk
A Fair Transition is on the Horizon for Shipping Sector this October - Energy Exchange
By Erica Morehouse The International Maritime Organization will have its chance to show leadership by adopting the Net Zero Framework, a set of global measures that include a fuel standard that accoun...
www.edf.org
October 2, 2025 at 2:47 PM
New on the blog: A Fair Transition is on the Horizon for Shipping Sector this October
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www.edf.org/Z6Hk
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The only acceptable answer here is 'very seriously'! 👀
From H2 View's 'question of the day' yesterday. Glad to see such a timely issue being polled. More here on why it's critical that hydrogen standards and policies consider leakage of H2 itself. www.edf.org/Z6rv
From H2 View's 'question of the day' yesterday. Glad to see such a timely issue being polled. More here on why it's critical that hydrogen standards and policies consider leakage of H2 itself. www.edf.org/Z6rv
September 26, 2025 at 8:21 PM
The only acceptable answer here is 'very seriously'! 👀
From H2 View's 'question of the day' yesterday. Glad to see such a timely issue being polled. More here on why it's critical that hydrogen standards and policies consider leakage of H2 itself. www.edf.org/Z6rv
From H2 View's 'question of the day' yesterday. Glad to see such a timely issue being polled. More here on why it's critical that hydrogen standards and policies consider leakage of H2 itself. www.edf.org/Z6rv
🛰️ New insights from @methanesat.bsky.social data show oil and gas methane intensity in New Mexico is less than half that of Texas in the Permian Basin — corresponding with strong state standards under @govmlg.bsky.social.
🔍 Check it out: www.edf.org/Z6rC
🔍 Check it out: www.edf.org/Z6rC
September 22, 2025 at 5:41 PM
🛰️ New insights from @methanesat.bsky.social data show oil and gas methane intensity in New Mexico is less than half that of Texas in the Permian Basin — corresponding with strong state standards under @govmlg.bsky.social.
🔍 Check it out: www.edf.org/Z6rC
🔍 Check it out: www.edf.org/Z6rC
Reposted by EDF Energy Transition
🔎 New MethaneSAT insights reveal a striking contrast between states in the Permian.
In New Mexico, which has strong methane protections, methane intensity is less than half that of operations in Texas.
🔗 www.methanesat.org/project-upda...
In New Mexico, which has strong methane protections, methane intensity is less than half that of operations in Texas.
🔗 www.methanesat.org/project-upda...
September 22, 2025 at 4:09 PM
🔎 New MethaneSAT insights reveal a striking contrast between states in the Permian.
In New Mexico, which has strong methane protections, methane intensity is less than half that of operations in Texas.
🔗 www.methanesat.org/project-upda...
In New Mexico, which has strong methane protections, methane intensity is less than half that of operations in Texas.
🔗 www.methanesat.org/project-upda...
At #ClimateWeekNYC, we’re bringing together scientists, artists, creative & cultural voices, along with an immersive film screening, to spotlight a powerful climate solution. See the methane story in a whole new way.
📅Tuesday, 9/23, 5-6 PM
🔗Register: edf.org/Z6rr
📅Tuesday, 9/23, 5-6 PM
🔗Register: edf.org/Z6rr
September 18, 2025 at 8:36 PM
At #ClimateWeekNYC, we’re bringing together scientists, artists, creative & cultural voices, along with an immersive film screening, to spotlight a powerful climate solution. See the methane story in a whole new way.
📅Tuesday, 9/23, 5-6 PM
🔗Register: edf.org/Z6rr
📅Tuesday, 9/23, 5-6 PM
🔗Register: edf.org/Z6rr
@climateinstitute.bsky.social is right: finalizing methane regulations for the oil and gas sector is one of the most effective ways to cut emissions quickly using existing, available, and effective technologies!
As Parliament resumes next week, the federal government must act urgently to address the ways climate change is threatening Canadians’ health, security, economic competitiveness, and ways of life.
Read our full statement ⬇️
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Read our full statement ⬇️
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As Parliament returns, protecting Canadians and our economy from climate change must be a top priority
Statement from the Canadian Climate Institute’s Peter Nicholson Sr. and Rick Smith on policy priorities for the fall 2025 sitting of Parliament.
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September 11, 2025 at 7:48 PM
@climateinstitute.bsky.social is right: finalizing methane regulations for the oil and gas sector is one of the most effective ways to cut emissions quickly using existing, available, and effective technologies!
🗨️ "Low-carbon hydrogen is about more than just being low-carbon." EDF's Nichole Saunders shared takeaways from her panel at #H2Americas, including 3 vital components to producing truly clean, climate-beneficial hydrogen.
🔗More below and here: www.edf.org/Z6r6
🔗More below and here: www.edf.org/Z6r6
September 10, 2025 at 4:14 PM
🗨️ "Low-carbon hydrogen is about more than just being low-carbon." EDF's Nichole Saunders shared takeaways from her panel at #H2Americas, including 3 vital components to producing truly clean, climate-beneficial hydrogen.
🔗More below and here: www.edf.org/Z6r6
🔗More below and here: www.edf.org/Z6r6
For blue hydrogen to be truly better for the climate than the fossil fuels it is intending to replace, three conditions must be met: high carbon capture rates and permanent storage; low upstream methane emissions and low hydrogen losses.
Read more here 🔽
www.edf.org/Z6r6
Read more here 🔽
www.edf.org/Z6r6
The stakes are high for low-carbon hydrogen - Energy Exchange
For blue hydrogen to be truly better for the climate than the fossil fuels it is intending to replace, three conditions must be met: high carbon capture rates and permanent storage; low upstream metha...
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September 9, 2025 at 5:54 PM
For blue hydrogen to be truly better for the climate than the fossil fuels it is intending to replace, three conditions must be met: high carbon capture rates and permanent storage; low upstream methane emissions and low hydrogen losses.
Read more here 🔽
www.edf.org/Z6r6
Read more here 🔽
www.edf.org/Z6r6
Methane pollution is fueling the climate crisis and harming communities.
The Trump EPA's unlawful delay of commonsense protections means more wasted gas, polluted air and climate damage. @envdefensefund.bsky.social & allies are fighting back. www.edf.org/Z6r8
The Trump EPA's unlawful delay of commonsense protections means more wasted gas, polluted air and climate damage. @envdefensefund.bsky.social & allies are fighting back. www.edf.org/Z6r8
September 9, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Methane pollution is fueling the climate crisis and harming communities.
The Trump EPA's unlawful delay of commonsense protections means more wasted gas, polluted air and climate damage. @envdefensefund.bsky.social & allies are fighting back. www.edf.org/Z6r8
The Trump EPA's unlawful delay of commonsense protections means more wasted gas, polluted air and climate damage. @envdefensefund.bsky.social & allies are fighting back. www.edf.org/Z6r8