Expanding clean energy protects our health, air, climate, and last wild places.
NRDC accelerated the shift from fossil fuels to clean energy when we pressed the U.S. government to adopt the first-ever national limits on carbon pollution from power plants. We promote policies that make our cars, buildings, appliances, and everyday gadgets more efficient. We help communities fight dangerous fossil-fuel extraction operations in their backyards. And we collaborate with other countries to promote a global vision for—and an accelerated transition to—a clean energy future.
Our Priorities
Clean Vehicles and Fuels
Transportation is responsible for at least 30 percent of climate change pollution.
Dirty Energy
We need to create a net-zero carbon future to deal with the worsening climate crisis.
Clean Energy
Transitioning to cleaner energy sources could save the U.S. $120 billion in health care costs a year.
Energy Efficiency
As the demand for energy in America grows, it creates more pollution and drives climate change.
What's at Stake
What you can do
How to Shop for Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs
What’s the Most Energy-Efficient Water Heater?
How to Keep Warm and Save on Your Energy Bills This Winter
Electric Cars 101
Keep Your Devices from Wasting Energy and Money
Your Guide to Going Electric
Should You Go Solar?
The Energy-Efficient Home Makeover
