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At RFF, we create economy-wide and sector-specific climate solutions that are effective, efficient, equitable, beneficial to the economy, and able to achieve net-zero emissions goals. We also evaluate the physical and economic impacts of climate change, using data to assess risks, and equipping decisionmakers with the information needed to build resilience in their communities.
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Carbon Pricing
Examining the design and implications of carbon pricing policies for the economy and the environment
Climate Risks and Resilience
Analyzing risk and measuring impacts to inform critical climate decisions
Comprehensive Climate Strategies
Generating ideas to drive emissions reductions efficiently and equitably
Data and Decision Tools
Utilizing economic concepts and tools to design and evaluate local, state, regional, and national policies
Electric Power
Conducting research to inform the ongoing transformation and decarbonization of the electricity sector
Environmental Justice
Informing decisionmaking that takes environmental and social justice into account
Equity in the Energy Transition
Exploring solutions to the challenges raised by a transition away from fossil fuels
Federal Climate Policy
Using the best-available data to inform US federal action to address climate change
Industry and Fuels
Solutions to decarbonize industry and transition away from fossil fuels
International Climate Policy
Providing global analysis and policy solutions needed to achieve ambitious climate targets
Land Use, Forestry, and Agriculture
Improving land use and management decisions to meet climate, ecological, and community goals
Natural Resources
Examining how humans interact with natural resources, from species to water
Social Cost of Carbon
Improving the science behind estimating the social cost of carbon
Transportation
Understanding the costs, benefits, and consequences of transportation policies
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On the Issues — Feb 21, 2025
On the Issues: High Social Cost of Carbon Endures, Electricity Market Reforms, and More
A biweekly newsletter connecting global current events, pressing climate and energy policy news, and economics research from RFF scholars. This week: high social cost of carbon endures, electricity market reforms, and more.
Report — Feb 20, 2025
Policies for Building the Technology Performance Insurance Market
This report examines technology performance risk, evaluates the advantages and disadvantages of various policy options, and addresses potential design and implementation considerations.
Media Highlight — Feb 19, 2025
E&E News: “FEMA Insurance Program Runs Out of Money”
Carlos Martín, RFF’s Vice President for Research and Policy Engagement, is quoted in this article about FEMA’s dwindling funds.
Resources Radio — Feb 18, 2025
100 Conversations on Carbon Removal, with Holly Buck
Holly Buck discusses awareness in communities across the United States about approaches to removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and what policymakers can do to foster support for decarbonization at the local level.
Report — Feb 20, 2025
Policies for Building the Technology Performance Insurance Market
This report examines technology performance risk, evaluates the advantages and disadvantages of various policy options, and addresses potential design and implementation considerations.
Working Paper — Feb 18, 2025
Different Prices for Different Slices: A Meta-Analysis of Time-Based Electricity Rates
This paper quantifies the timing of high electricity rates and prices as well as solar panel ownership through a comprehensive review of the existing literature.
Working Paper — Feb 14, 2025
Integrating Variable Renewable Energy and Storage for Green Hydrogen Production
This paper presents a model, using grid-connected electricity supply and an off-grid Variable Renewable Energy and Long-Duration Energy Storage system, to examine technologies, economics, and financial incentives affecting green hydrogen production.
Working Paper — Feb 11, 2025
The Costs of Achieving Forest Resilience in California
This working paper offers valuable insights into the main factors that drive the cost of forest fuel treatments.
Webinar — Mar 5, 2025
Finding the Right Fit: What Jobs Offer a Good Match for Fossil Fuel Workers' Skills?
A webinar exploring best job matches in terms of skills for fossil fuel workers.
Webinar — Feb 25, 2025
Lessons in Mining Sustainability in Latin America
A webinar exploring advances in sustainability around mining and community engagement in Latin America.
Webinar — Feb 13, 2025
After Implementation: Impacts and Effects of Federal Environmental Regulations
On February 13, Resources for the Future (RFF) hosted a virtual discussion on retrospective analyses of the benefits and costs of specific environmental regulations.
RFF Live — Jan 29, 2025
Big Decisions 2025
On Wednesday, January 29th, RFF and leaders across government, business, philanthropy & media gathered to discuss the big decisions anticipated in 2025.
On the Issues — Feb 21, 2025
On the Issues: High Social Cost of Carbon Endures, Electricity Market Reforms, and More
A biweekly newsletter connecting global current events, pressing climate and energy policy news, and economics research from RFF scholars. This week: high social cost of carbon endures, electricity market reforms, and more.
Resources Radio — Feb 18, 2025
100 Conversations on Carbon Removal, with Holly Buck
Holly Buck discusses awareness in communities across the United States about approaches to removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and what policymakers can do to foster support for decarbonization at the local level.
Common Resources — Feb 18, 2025
When Put to the Test, Higher Social Cost of Carbon Stands Firm
A recent analysis of the social cost of carbon—the cost to society of an additional ton of carbon dioxide emissions—ultimately supports a higher estimate of this metric.
Resources Radio — Feb 11, 2025
Paying the Price for Inattention: Electricity Costs in Retail Choice Markets, with Jenya Kahn-Lang
Jenya Kahn-Lang discusses how electricity prices vary when consumers can choose their providers, how and why low-income communities and communities of color often pay more for electricity than others, and reforms that could help protect consumers.
Media Highlight — Feb 19, 2025
E&E News: “FEMA Insurance Program Runs Out of Money”
Carlos Martín, RFF’s Vice President for Research and Policy Engagement, is quoted in this article about FEMA’s dwindling funds.
Press Release — Feb 12, 2025
The Resilient Energy Economies Initiative Announces 22 Grants for Research to Support Energy Communities
The Resilient Energy Economies initiative will fund 22 grants.
Press Release — Feb 11, 2025
New Study Identifies Costs of Wildfire Fuel Treatment in California
A new study could help policymakers set aside money for fire mitigation.
Media Highlight — Feb 11, 2025
POLITICO California Climate: “By the Numbers—Burning Cash”
A new paper about the costs of prescribed burns and mechanical thinning to reduce wildfire risk is discussed in a newsletter segment.