Environmental Defense Fund (EDF)
| Column | Details |
|---|---|
| Introduction | – Established: 1967. – Mission: To preserve the natural systems on which all life depends, focusing on the most critical environmental problems. – Scope: Operates globally, addressing issues such as climate change, ecosystem restoration, and human health through science, economics, and law. |
| Objectives | – Climate: Stabilize the global climate by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. – Ecosystems: Protect and restore vital ecosystems. – Health: Safeguard human health by reducing exposure to harmful pollutants. – Oceans: Promote sustainable fishing and marine conservation. |
| Members (Dec 2024) | – Global Presence: Collaborates with various stakeholders worldwide. – India’s Status: Active in India through the Environmental Defense India Foundation (EDIF), an independent, non-profit entity established under Indian law, headquartered in Delhi. EDIF operates charitable activities exclusively within India, focusing on climate-smart agriculture, air quality improvement, and sustainable energy solutions. |
| Reports/Indices | – Annual Reports: Document activities, financials, and impacts. For example, the 2022 Impact Report highlights achievements in climate progress and environmental initiatives. – Specialized Reports: Include publications like Intermittent Production of Electricity-Based Synthetic Jet Fuel as a Demand-Side Management Strategy for Grid Decarbonization (November 2024), focusing on innovative solutions for grid decarbonization. |
| Instruments | – MethaneSAT: A satellite mission aimed at detecting and quantifying global methane emissions to inform mitigation strategies. – Climate Corps: A fellowship program that places graduate students in organizations to help advance energy management and sustainability initiatives. |
| Structure | – Board of Trustees: Provides governance and strategic oversight. – Executive Team: Manages daily operations and implements strategic initiatives. – Regional Offices: Operates through offices in various regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia. |
| Subsidiary Organs | – Environmental Defense Action Fund: Engages in legislative advocacy to promote environmental policies. |
| Committees | – Science Advisory Committee: Ensures the scientific integrity of EDF’s work. – Finance Committee: Oversees financial planning and management. |
| Initiatives | – Climate Tech Convening India: Supports India’s pathway to sustainable prosperity by fostering climate technology solutions. – Climate-Smart Agriculture in India: Collaborates with local partners to implement sustainable farming practices that enhance productivity and resilience to climate change. – Indian Zero Carbon Energy Pathways (IDEEA): Launched in August 2023, this open-source energy model assists India in achieving carbon-neutral targets by aiding national and state-level power planning. |
