Our GOAL
Decarbonize the global energy system
We push the change in technologies and policies needed to get to a zero-emissions, high-energy planet at an affordable cost. We imagine a world where the energy needs of all people are met efficiently without damaging the atmosphere.
Latest updates and news from our experts
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Category: Policy
Reassessing the UK’s hydrogen strategy as the government prepares its update
Published on: December 17, 2025 -
Category: Policy
Thoughtful permitting reform can help expand next-generation geothermal
Published on: December 16, 2025 -
Category: Policy
Central and Eastern Europe’s energy crossroads: What new public opinion data tells us about the path forward
Published on: December 16, 2025 -
Category: Policy
Not all certification approaches can deliver on the goals of the EU Methane Import Standard
Published on: December 12, 2025 -
Category: Technology
A road map for de-risking and scaling the next generation of geothermal energy
Published on: December 8, 2025 -
Category: Policy
Ghana’s EPA and CATF strengthen climate leadership through methane regulation
Published on: December 4, 2025
Our Approach & Global Reach
We are a more than 25-year-old organization with a startup mentality
As problem solvers and creative environmentalists, we achieve change in three main ways:
- Modeling & Systems Analysis: Driving support for the most effective policy and technology strategies.
- Technology Innovation: Facilitating the commercialization of emerging and proven next-generation technologies.
- Policy Advocacy: Working practically and objectively to catalyze realistic change that leads to major impact through legal and legislative advocacy.
We expanded our global footprint
Our team of experts is working all over the world to engage with local partners and stakeholders to develop new ideas, design solutions, and advance innovative technologies and policy solutions. Explore our regional work:
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Celebrating more than 25 years of impact
Over the past 25+ years, CATF has carved out a unique role as a science-driven, solutions-focused, and strategic organization that gets results. Learn about how we got started and explore our history.
Our Areas of Work
Examining all options with an open mind
and clear vision
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