Mission
The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to tackling climate change and safeguarding Earth’s ecosystems. Leveraging scientific, economic, and policy expertise, EDF implements sustainable projects and initiatives, from reducing carbon emissions to fostering clean energy transitions. With over five decades of experience, EDF works with a network of partners to create impactful environmental solutions around the world.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
1967
EIN
11-6107128
Total Assets
$452.2 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
Showing 3 of 3 goals
At a Glance
Slow Global Warming Fast
EDF launched a groundbreaking satellite, MethaneSAT, to detect and measure methane emissions from space, enabling unparalleled precision in environmental monitoring.
Building Climate Leaders
Through the EDF Climate Corps, the organization trains future leaders in sustainability, collaborating with companies to implement effective climate solutions.
Cleaner Transportation
EDF is working with automakers, labor unions, and regulators to catalyze a transition to zero-emission vehicles, aiming for electric vehicles to constitute half of new car sales by 2030.
Impact Stats
Unparalleled precision
methane emissions mapped
MethaneSAT Launch
EDF launched MethaneSAT in early 2024 to map and measure methane emissions globally, an innovative step to enhance climate accountability.
150+
Countries pledged
Global Methane Pledge
EDF's advocacy and research were instrumental in over 150 countries pledging to cut methane emissions by 30% by 2030, driving substantial global climate action.
40%
GHG emissions reduced
Largest Climate Legislation in U.S.
EDF played a pivotal role in passing the Inflation Reduction Act, projected to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030.
World’s largest
emissions trading market
China’s National Carbon Market
EDF's consultation for over two decades aided in launching the world’s largest carbon market in China, a major milestone in global emissions trading.
Past Events
Global Methane Summit
06/14/2023
EDF hosted a virtual summit focused on reducing global methane emissions by leveraging the insights and data from MethaneSAT.
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
64
42
/100
Program Expense Ratio
79.71%
12
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.2004
14
/20
Working Capital Ratio
1.326
12
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 278.4M | 97.77% |
| Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
| Investment Income | 3.898M | 1.37% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 1.075M | 0.38% |
| Other Notable Sources | 962.2K | 0.34% |
| Total Revenue | 284.8M | 100.00% |