CATF Articles & Posts
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More than 100 countries unite to launch Global Methane Pledge at COP26
Almost 100 Heads of State from around the world joined together today to formally launch the Global Methane Pledge at COP26.
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CATF to urge world leaders to take urgent action to slow warming, while advancing strategies to boost prosperity, cooperation, and security at COP30
Clean Air Task Force (CATF) will send an expert delegation to the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belem, Brazil, calling on world leaders to cut methane emissions to slow near-term warming, while pursuing a pragmatic approach that drives innovation, strengthens economies, enhances energy security, and unlocks global prosperity. “Climate action, prosperity, and security can and…
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CATF statement on Fervo Energy’s Geothermal Sustainable Development Pact
Today, Fervo Energy announced the launch of its Geothermal Sustainable Development Pact, a potential new framework outlining standards for responsible geothermal development. Terra Rogers, Program Director for Superhot Rock Geothermal at CATF shared the following statement on the matter: “Best practices on safety and community engagement are a valuable way…
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Nuclear Energy and Europe’s Energy Crossroads
Co-authored with Alan Ahn, Deputy Director for Nuclear, Climate and Energy Program, Third Way The EU stands at an energy crossroads The past few years have made one thing clear: energy security is an important element of overall security. The European Union’s industrial and geopolitical stability has long been exposed to external shocks and dependencies. Today, as the bloc seeks to rebuild its industrial base and assert strategic sovereignty, nuclear…
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CATF’s statement on Google’s investment in carbon capture in Decatur, Illinois
Today, Google announced plans to support the development of a new natural gas power plant with carbon capture and storage (CCS) in Decatur, Illinois. John Thompson, Technology and Markets Director at CATF, shared the following statement on the matter: “It’s an important milestone to see a company like Google invest in carbon capture to proactively…
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An introduction to the next clean energy frontier: Superhot rock geothermal and the pathways to national-scale adoption through experience-driven cost reductions
This blog is part of a series exploring and explaining the science behind next-generation geothermal, with a special focus on Superhot Rock Geothermal, through a curated tour of influential technical and academic papers. This edition highlights key features of the 2025 article by Ricks and Jenkins, Pathways to national-scale adoption of enhanced geothermal power through experience-driven cost…
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Expanding responsible biomass carbon removal could help California meet climate goals more affordably and strengthen rural economies, CATF finds
Sacramento, CA — A new study from Clean Air Task Force (CATF) finds that responsibly scaling biomass carbon removal and storage (BiCRS) could help California meet its carbon dioxide removal goals at a lower cost while generating additional jobs and clean energy. The report, Exploring Biomass Carbon Removal and Storage Scenarios for California, models several ways…
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Smarter feed. Stronger genes. Healthier herds.
Contributing authors: Charles Brooke, Program Lead, Livestock Enteric Methane Mitigation, Spark Climate Solutions; Barrett Olafson, Project Manager, Livestock Enteric Methane Mitigation, Spark Climate Solutions; Greg Kohler, Agriculture Expert, CCAC; Jennifer Chow, Senior Director, Climate-Resilient Food Systems, EDF; Pamela Ruiter, Director, Global Agricultural Methane, EDF; Derek Tepe, Project Manager, Global Agriculture…
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DOE fusion roadmap marks important step to commercializing fusion, but must be matched with federal investment
The U.S. Department of Energy announced its Fusion Science and Technology roadmap, identifying key steps the United States must take to overcome remaining science and technology gaps to ensure the U.S. leads the world in commercial fusion energy deployment. “This announcement is an important signal to the rest of the world that the United States is serious about fusion energy, but that…
