EDF Energy Transition

🚢 As the world’s sixth largest greenhouse gas emitter, the shipping sector must dramatically reduce its use of fossil fuels. And ensuring a just and equitable approach to emission reductions has never been more crucial. Ahead of the International Maritime Organization's negotiations that start this week, our Natacha Stamatiou discusses what's next for the shipping industry on SNIPit3 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gF3cZDpz

In the last two years, Texas has made over $100 million available in incentives for zero-emission trucks & buses. Now, one month into the 89th Texas legislative session, key proposals could sustain and expand efforts to further accelerate the transition 🚛 Our new blog lays out what to expect during the legislative session with proposals aimed at: ⚡️ Policy reforms for the Texas Emission Reduction Plan (TERP) ⚡️ Implementation of recommendations from the TxDOT Heavy-Duty Charging Taskforce ⚡️ Increased investment from the TERP Trust Fund With these proposals, Texas has the opportunity to build on its momentum in the advanced clean truck industry. https://lnkd.in/gM_yBSed

ICYMI: A new study using MethaneAIR and ground-based data finds that most U.S. oil & gas methane emissions come from small, dispersed area sources—not just major leaks. Key Findings: ⚠️ 70% of emissions come from sources emitting <100 kg/hour. ⚠️ 30% come from sites emitting <10 kg/hour. ⚠️ Many of these emissions come from lower-producing well sites, which make up only 10% of oil & gas production. If we want to cut methane emissions effectively, we need more comprehensive monitoring and rapid mitigation strategies. 🔗 Read the full study: https://bit.ly/4hQZjV4

Staying the Course: Methane Action is Still Smart Business The chaotic push to roll back progress is creating the kind of uncertainty that no industry can afford. Efforts to weaken federal regulations, withhold critical funding, and repeal the methane polluter fee don’t just threaten the environment—they also put consumers, companies, and investors at risk. Yet large swaths of industry—from supermajors, U.S. independents to national oil companies across the globe—are doubling down on methane reduction efforts. Not because they have to, but because it makes business sense 📈 Efficiency & Competitiveness: Methane is a valuable product, not just a waste stream. Companies that are in it for the long haul know that minimizing emissions improves operational performance and strengthens their bottom line. They also recognize that strong rules reward strong performers, while weak rules let inefficient operators off the hook. 🌎 Market Access: Global buyers are demanding lower-methane gas. The EU is finalizing import rules, and Japan and South Korea’s CLEAN Initiative represents 25% of global LNG demand. For U.S. companies to stay competitive, we need smart policies that ensure cleaner gas—not rollbacks that threaten market access. 💡 Regulatory Certainty & Innovation: Clear, consistent policies allow businesses to plan, invest, and drive innovation. The EPA’s methane standards were designed to encourage flexible, cost-effective solutions, while the Methane Emissions Reduction Program offers pragmatic-market based incentives reduce emissions. Abandoning or weakening these measures would create regulatory whiplash, making it harder for industry to move forward. The stakes are real. But companies that focus on smart methane management and thoughtful, cost-effective, and enduring policy frameworks will be better positioned for long-term success—no matter the political landscape. https://lnkd.in/gSvpJbg5

Texas has quietly but confidently become a leader in the clean truck industry. Read more, below, about how to keep this momentum going through the current Texas legislative session.

More than 20 years ago, our Daniel Whittle attended a marine sciences conference in Havana. The goal was to connect with Cuban officials and experts to address overfishing and protect crucial fish habitats in the southeastern U.S. But that trip developed into a decades-long partnership that’s advanced our understanding of the region’s marine ecosystems and led to better protections for the waters that connect us. Their long and sustained success fostering environmental and scientific cooperation between the U.S. and Cuba have earned Daniel Whittle, Valerie Miller and Eduardo Boné Morón the prestigious AAAS David and Betty Hamburg Award for Science Diplomacy.  “The sea unites us.” And the hard work and dedication of EDF’s Cuba team is helping our shared waters and the people who depend on them thrive.   https://lnkd.in/ephaag9r 

Thrilled to receive the 2025 AAAS David and Betty Hamburg Award for Science Diplomacy along with my colleagues Valerie Miller and Eduardo Boné-Morón. David and Betty Hamburg were true champions of science diplomacy, and we are humbled to be recognized in their name for our work to foster dialogue and cooperation between Cuba and the US and countries throughout the Caribbean. This award reflects the hard work and dedication of so many colleagues in Cuba who have made these lasting and mutually beneficial partnerships possible. A lot more work to do. Thanks to all at AAAS! https://lnkd.in/eMgn3S5x

More women in science = more innovation. 🚀 We need #EveryVoiceInScience to push the boundaries of what's possible for #ClimateAction. On today's #WomenInScience Day, follow some of the amazing scientists at the core of our mission: ➡️Millie Chu Baird, Vice President, Innovation and Science Capacity at Environmental Defense Fund ➡️ Katlyn MacKay, Scientist, MethaneSAT Science ➡️ Maya Nasr, Ph.D., Scientist, MethaneSAT Science ➡️ Alba Lorente, Methane Monitoring Scientist ➡️ Ilse Aben, Senior Scientist in the Earth Science Group at the SRON Netherlands Institute for Space Research ➡️ Emma Bishop, Senior Front End Software Engineer, MethaneSAT ➡️ Susan Kasper, Senior Product Manager, MethaneSAT ➡️ Kathleen Casey, Production Operations Manager, MethaneSAT ➡️ Corey D., Data Processing Operator, MethaneSAT ➡️ Beata Bukosa, Atmospheric Greenhouse Gas Modeller, NIWA ➡️ Ju Chulakadabba, Postdoctoral Fellow, Harvard University ➡️ Raia Ottenheimer, Graduate Student, Harvard University ➡️ Zhan Zhang, Postdoctoral Researcher, Harvard University ➡️ Mads O'Brien, Senior Geospatial Analyst, MethaneSAT ➡️ Maryann Sargent, Research Scientist, Harvard University ➡️ Erin Meadows, Data Processing Operator, MethaneSAT ➡️ Katherine C., Flight Dynamics Engineer, Rocket Lab ➡️ Darcey Graham, Photon Mission Design, Rocket Lab ➡️ Landrey Bobo, Spacecraft Operations Engineer, Rocket Lab ➡️ Mahima Seth, Spacecraft Operations Engineer, The University of Auckland ...and many more. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, implemented by UNESCO and UN Women. Tackling some of the greatest challenges of our time, like climate change, will rely on harnessing all talent. Today and every day, let’s remember that we need #EveryVoiceInScience.

New research finds that small methane emissions add up to a massive problem. 👉 For decades, methane mitigation has focused on large leaks. 👉 But a new study shows that small, dispersed emissions account for 70% of total U.S. oil & gas methane emissions. The takeaway? We need better, more comprehensive monitoring solutions to drive real methane reductions. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/djDHJTVM

Good news for Houston residents! In addition to a rate decrease, there are some exciting EV developments coming in 2025 🔋 As part of the larger rate case proceeding for CenterPoint Energy, and at the urging of Environmental Defense Fund, the Houston-based utility reached agreement on the creation of two EV working groups that will provide much-needed planning and coordination for the region. ✅ The first working group will focus on implementing Phase 1 of the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation’s National Zero Emission Freight Corridor Strategy. The plan identifies Houston as an area in need of critical medium- and heavy-duty EV infrastructure in the near-term due to forecasted load growth and its position as a transportation hub. EDF plans to engage in the working group alongside CenterPoint and key stakeholders to discuss how to equitably deploy charging infrastructure in alignment with Phase 1 of the plan. ✅ The second working group is designed to improve CenterPoint’s distribution system planning. EDF will work with CenterPoint to better understand current practices and recommend improvements to operations and planning framework – including forecasting, infrastructure investments, and other EV-related incentives and policies. EDF expects to continue its coordination with CenterPoint to forecast EV load growth and incorporate those data into its planning frameworks to support proactive investment in EV infrastructure. More on the case, via Houston Chronicle 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gWP6j6yP