Climate Solutions
Develops market-based strategies and policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address climate change globally.
Creates science-based solutions to environmental challenges through research and economic analysis
About Organization
Environmental Defense Fund combines rigorous scientific research with economic principles to develop practical solutions for climate change, air pollution, and resource protection. With 1,153 employees and annual revenue of $298.7 million, the organization creates policy recommendations and market-based strategies that governments, corporations, and communities can implement. Headquartered in New York, NY, it works globally to preserve natural systems.
Climate Solutions
Develops market-based strategies and policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address climate change globally.
Resource Protection
Creates economic incentives and regulations to protect air, water, and land resources through science-backed approaches.
Policy Innovation
Designs practical recommendations that governments and corporations can implement to achieve measurable environmental improvements.
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2023)
$298.7M
Expenses (2023)
$295.8M
Assets (2023)
$391.7M
Employees (2023)
1,153
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Conducts rigorous analysis of environmental challenges to identify root causes and opportunities for intervention.
Evaluates market mechanisms and economic incentives that can drive environmental protection effectively.
Creates practical recommendations that governments and corporations can implement to address environmental problems.
Works with stakeholders to execute market-based strategies and measure environmental outcomes.
Services and programs offered by ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND INCORPORATED
Develops market-based strategies and policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address global climate change.
Creates science-backed approaches to reduce air pollution and protect public health through policy reform.
Works with fishing industries and governments to implement sustainable practices that protect marine ecosystems.
Combines scientific research with economic analysis to preserve land resources and biodiversity worldwide.
Meet the people behind ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND INCORPORATED.
1967
1967
Established to find practical environmental solutions through science and economic analysis.
1990
1990
Helped design cap-and-trade program that successfully reduced acid rain in United States.
2010
2010
Expanded international programs addressing climate change, ocean health, and ecosystem protection worldwide.
2023
2023
Reached 1,153 employees and $298.7 million revenue working on environmental challenges globally.
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Key moments and events from the organization
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990 (2023)
Total Reported (2023)
$6.8M
Highest Paid
$1.3M
Frederic D Krupp
Compensated Officers
13
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederic D Krupp | President | $1,238,682 | $63,323 | $1,302,005 | 36 |
| Amanda Leland | Executive Director | $629,295 | $50,082 | $679,377 | 40 |
| Catherine Nardonethru 1223 | SR. EVP, Chief DEV. Officer | $554,272 | $52,039 | $606,311 | 36 |
| Jay Knott Thru 1223 | COO, Senior Executive VP | $511,819 | $42,164 | $553,983 | 40 |
| Angela Churie Kallhauge | Executive VP, Impact | $423,364 | $68,166 | $491,530 | 40 |
| Thomas Murray | EVP, Solutions | $407,504 | $68,134 | $475,638 | 40 |
| Sean Cook | SVP, Chief HR Officer | $402,057 | $54,628 | $456,685 | 40 |
| Gwen Ruta | Senior Advisor (Thru 12/23) | $399,029 | $33,403 | $432,432 | 40 |
| Steven Hamburg | SVP, Chief Scientist | $378,604 | $45,222 | $423,826 | 40 |
| Eric Schwaab | SVP, People And Nature | $388,270 | $27,313 | $415,583 | 40 |
| N Louis Mkanganwi | SVP, CFO & CTO | $344,267 | $43,474 | $387,741 | 36 |
| Catharina M Vandervoort | CLO & Corp Secy (Thru 2/24) | $312,902 | $47,562 | $360,464 | 40 |
| Ronora Pawelko As Of 524 | SR DIR, SR Cnsl-Pol Law & Secy | $178,827 | $10,212 | $189,039 | 4 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.