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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OverviewCutting carbon dioxide emissions from the aviation industry
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ArticleHow dairy companies and farmers can help save the planet
Resources
- Blog
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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Localized air monitoring in New York’s disadvantaged communities underscores the need for immediate action to cut air pollution
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The call for accelerating the supply of sustainable shipping fuels
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One of America's largest utilities doubles down on dirty energy
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Appeals Court Rejects Attempt to Block Mercury and Air Toxics Protections
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Setting an 80 by 30 target is critical for the third RGGI program review, new EDF modeling shows
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Five years into New York’s climate law, the state needs a bold cap-and-invest program to bring emissions goals into reach
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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
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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
Climate Scientist
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Derek Walker
Vice President, U.S. Region
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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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