Our GOAL
Decarbonize the global energy system to address climate change
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: Climate
The upside of down
Published on: December 18, 2024 -
Category: Policy
Poland’s EU Council presidency: A chance to lead on energy and climate
Published on: December 20, 2024 -
Category: Climate
Seizing the methane opportunity: Key outcomes and commitments from COP29
Published on: December 19, 2024 -
Category: Climate
Five key takeaways from COP29 and the road ahead
Published on: December 6, 2024 -
Category: Infrastructure
Building to 2050: Clean energy infrastructure to power New England’s communities
Published on: December 4, 2024 -
Category: Policy
Research is critical to unlocking superhot geothermal energy. DOE’s proposed program could help achieve its potential.
Published on: November 18, 2024
Gain insights and explore the latest climate policy and
technology innovation news.
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 climate change mitigation technologies.
- Policy Advocacy: Working practically and objectively to catalyze realistic change that leads to major impact through legal and legislative advocacy.
We’re expanding our global footprint
With the support of our donors and partners, we are expanding our impact around the world. Our team of experts is working to engage with local partners and stakeholders to develop new ideas, design solutions, and advance innovative technologies and policy solutions to address climate change. 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 in the environmental and climate movement 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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CATF has received the highest possible 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, a 2022 Gold Seal of Transparency from Guidestar, is a certified nonprofit partner of 1% of the Planet, and has been endorsed as a highly effective organization by Founders Pledge.
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