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Forging partnerships
We partner with unlikely allies to solve complex problems.
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Harnessing environmental economics
We get results by pushing for eco-friendly market incentives.
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Supported by science
We base all of our work in scientifically validated facts and results.
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Seeking common ground
We work with both parties to develop smart nonpartisan policy.
Seeking common ground
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Environmental Defense Fund
We are passionate, pragmatic environmental advocates who believe in prosperity and stewardship. Grounded in science, we forge partnerships and harness the power of market incentives.
What we do
Policy resources
We take a nonpartisan approach to smart policy, supplying analysis and advice to decision-makers on key issues.
Key areas
- Natural gas
- Energy
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EDF + Business
20 years ago, we launched what was then a startling approach — work with companies rather than against them. Since then, we've worked with leading companies to re-shape their industries:
- McDonalds
- FedEx
- Walmart
See how we're accelerating change: EDF's corporate partnerships.