United states
As the world’s largest economy, the United States has long played a major role in driving global environmental progress.
With that progress under attack, EDF fights for policies that safeguard our air and water, create jobs and cut pollution — including the pollution that leads to worse wildfires, more intense heat and more severe storms.
By delivering game-changing solutions to these problems, EDF is helping to build healthier and more resilient communities across the U.S.
Featured work
Our work in the U.S. is expansive. We collaborate with communities, business leaders and other important partners to tackle the country’s toughest environmental challenges.
- Expert Voices
FDA allows 25 chemicals linked to cancer to be used in food system
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4 ways climate change is impacting home insurance, putting us at risk
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This behind-the-scenes solution will help keep prices down across the U.S. West
- Expert Voices
The little-known story of unlikely allies who saved Gulf Coast fishing
- Timeline
Unleaded: Inside EDF’s 50-year battle against lead
- Overview
Our story: How the fight to ban DDT led to the birth of EDF
Updates
Read the latest articles, blogs and press releases on our work in the United States.
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This behind-the-scenes solution will help keep prices down across the U.S. West
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Trump EPA weakens national drinking water protections for toxic “forever chemicals”
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Final budget agreement must prioritize proven climate investments
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While Trump administration boosts coal, mercury pollution is rising
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State legislators highlight the value of nature-based solutions In Mississippi River Basin resilience
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New Mexico’s water is running out, but these communities aren’t waiting
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Resources
Dig deeper into our work with these resources for researchers, policymakers, journalists and communities.
- Overview
Defending environmental protections in the U.S.
- Analysis
Wasted energy: What U.S. federal methane rollbacks are costing you
- Explainer
Why we need a strong EPA that stands up to irresponsible polluters
- Fact sheet
U.S. clean energy manufacturing: Fact sheets show progress and threats
- Interactive tool
Map: NOAA in your community
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Empowering local leaders: Resources for climate action
Our experts
We bring wide-ranging perspectives and skills to our work in the U.S. Meet some of the people who make it happen.
Where we work
We deliver bold, game-changing climate solutions in China, Europe, India and the U.S., and work in over 30 countries around the globe.