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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · 16h

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...

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...

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · 1d

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 ⬇️
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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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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · 6d

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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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · 6d

New on the blog: A Fair Transition is on the Horizon for Shipping Sector this October

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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...

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · 12d

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

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · 16d

🛰️ 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

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MethaneSAT @methanesat.bsky.social · 16d

🔎 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...

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · 20d

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

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · 27d

@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!

Canadian Climate Institute @climateinstitute.bsky.social · 28d

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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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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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · 28d

🗨️ "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

EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · 29d

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 🔽

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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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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · 29d

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

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · Sep 5

Initiatives were backed by federal and EPA funding, and aim to reduce emissions, improve air quality and lower operating costs, while supporting long-term goals for zero-emission fleets in schools, public transit and waste management.

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August 2025: Electric trucks, buses round-up - Energy Exchange

August saw several sustainability milestones, including 25 electric school buses added to the Little Rock School District fleet, 14 new electric transit buses for Vine Transit in Napa County and Chica...

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · Sep 3

🚢 @imohq.bsky.social's Framework sets a path to cut shipping emissions, scale clean fuels, and support a just transition.

As EDF's Natacha Stamatiou writes, its success depends on turning ambition into action.

Read the full op-ed in Bunkerspot: ship.energy/product/bunk...

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Environmental Defense Fund @envdefensefund.bsky.social · Aug 31

Anchors aweigh to the Harbor Charger as the newest vessel in growing nationwide clean ferry fleet (NY state's first). And anchors aweigh to $200K in fuel savings, significantly reduced air pollution & big cuts in CO2 emissions! https://bit.ly/4mXZv7G

NYC just launched its first hybrid-electric ferry

The Harbor Charger is now cruising New York Harbor, cutting down on CO2 and diesel pollution. The vessel joins a tiny but growing U.S. fleet of cleaner...

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · Aug 20

Plugging wells = cleaner air + safer communities.

Colorado's action shows what's possible when we invest in methane reduction. But let's be clear: oil & gas companies should be footing this bill, not taxpayers. coloradosun.com/2025/08/14/o...

Colorado approves up to $14 million to plug oil wells before they end up on state’s “orphan list”

The 142 low-producing wells emit "disproportionately high levels of methane emissions,” Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission says

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Vet Voice Foundation @vetvoicefoundation.bsky.social · Aug 14

“Climate change is a threat multiplier. That’s not just my opinion — it’s the stated position of the Department of Defense, going back decades.” - MG (Ret.) Paul Eaton, Vet Voice Foundation

Rolling back protections isn’t just anti-science. It’s anti-security.

MORE: www.stripes.com/opinion/2025...

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · Aug 13

A new EDF-commissioned study finds that blending H2 into Illinois' gas pipelines would waste clean energy and offer minimal emissions reductions for heating buildings.

🛑🛣️ It's a road to nowhere for decarbonization. More in the report: blogs.edf.org/energyexchan...

Blending green hydrogen is a wasteful detour on Illinois’ path to clean energy - Energy Exchange

By Curt Stokes & Sonya Jindal Hydrogen blending is a poor choice for Illinois’s gas pipelines as 70% of the energy content would be lost before it reaches buildings, making direct electrification with...

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · Aug 13

Clean energy in PA is creating jobs, meeting demand, and cutting costs and pollution. Repealing clean energy tax incentives now isn’t the way forward. “We should be encouraging further investments and job creation,” EDF’s John Rutecki told @erienewsnow.bsky.social: youtu.be/MrfBwEDdi2M?...

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act's Impact on Energy Prices

YouTube video by Erie News Now

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Senator John Hickenlooper @hickenlooper.senate.gov · Aug 4

First they gut the endangerment finding, now they’re slow-walking methane regulations that prevent natural disasters.

Our climate crisis is happening now. Nature doesn’t do extensions.

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EPA Delays Compliance with Methane Rule, Fulfilling Oil and Gas Industry’s Request - Inside Climate News

Environmental advocacy groups have decried the “unlawful” move to push back caps on emissions of the super pollutant without first receiving public input.

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · Jul 26

We need hydrogen to be as successful a climate solution as it can possibly be. That's why we launched a major study with industry, academic + tech partners to measure H2 emissions and uncover practical solutions. Read more via @rachelparkes.bsky.social in Hydrogen Insight. bit.ly/4eYlbxr

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · Jul 24

Strong pipeline leak detection and repair standards will improve community safety, help Colorado meet its climate goals and potentially inspire other states’ leaders and agencies to take action.

Read more here🔽
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Colorado needs a rule strong enough for more than 60,000 miles of pipelines - Energy Exchange

By Nini Gu & Magdalen Sullivan The Colorado PUC is developing advanced leak detection & repair standards for pipelines – they should adopt comprehensive standards to address safety and environmental p...

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · Jul 24

From cutting deadly air pollution near airports to boosting long-term decarbonization, two complementary policy tools offer a clear path forward for cleaner skies.

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Smarter jet fuel policies and carbon markets can power cleaner aviation - Energy Exchange

Cleaner jet fuel and stronger carbon price signals can curb aviation’s climate and health impacts. From cutting deadly air pollution near airports to boosting long-term decarbonization, two complement...

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EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · Jul 24

Hydrogen is a hopeful contender in the race to find clean energy solutions -- and for good reason.

But as investments continue to pour into hydrogen energy development, H2 emissions in the real world have barely been measured. Until now. www.edf.org/Z6Kj

EDF Energy Transition @edfenergyex.bsky.social · Jul 23

The energy transition continues to build momentum globally. ☀️ Wind, solar, and other green sources made up 74% of electricity generation growth last year, with 92.5% of new capacity added to the grid also coming from renewables, says a new UN report. apnews.com/article/clim...

UN says booming solar, wind and other green energy hits global tipping point for even lower costs

The United Nations reports a global shift toward renewable energy, calling it a "positive tipping point."

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