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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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In Focus — Dec 18, 2024
In Focus: Perceptions of Environmental Justice
This video shares insights from a recent survey of the views held by Americans about environmental justice, with RFF University Fellow Jon Krosnick.
Report — Dec 18, 2024
Climate Insights 2024: American Perceptions of Environmental Justice
This fourth report in the 2024 Climate Insights report series by researchers at Stanford University and RFF examines American opinions of various aspects of environmental justice.
Common Resources — Dec 17, 2024
Reflections from a First-Time Attendee at the World’s Largest Climate Conference
Read on for an insider’s perspective from a first-time attendee at the world’s largest conference on climate change, which took place in late November in Azerbaijan.
On the Issues — Dec 13, 2024
On the Issues: Tax Credits for Clean Energy, River Rehabilitation, and More
A biweekly newsletter connecting global current events, pressing climate and energy policy news, and economics research from RFF scholars. This week: tax credits for clean energy, river rehabilitation, and more.
Report — Dec 18, 2024
Climate Insights 2024: American Perceptions of Environmental Justice
This fourth report in the 2024 Climate Insights report series by researchers at Stanford University and RFF examines American opinions of various aspects of environmental justice.
Working Paper — Dec 12, 2024
From Catastrophe to Caution: The Effect of Wildfires on Community Hazard Mitigation Investments
In this working paper, the authors examine the impact of wildfires on community-level hazard mitigation efforts, specifically focusing on participation in the Firewise USA program.
Working Paper — Dec 11, 2024
What Are the Effects of Early-Childhood Exposure to Environmental Lead on Personality?
What Are the Effects of Early-Childhood Exposure to Environmental Lead on Personality?
Working Paper — Dec 10, 2024
Climate Clubs, Competitiveness Concerns, and Alternative Correction Measures
In this working paper, the authors explore how ambitious climate goals impact costs and competitiveness for countries in a climate club, looking at how tax rebates and carbon border adjustments play out in different club setups.
RFF Live — Jan 29, 2025
Big Decisions 2025
On Wednesday, January 29th, join RFF and leaders across government, business, philanthropy & media to discuss the big decisions anticipated in 2025.
Webinar — Oct 28, 2024
Environmental Justice in Regulatory Decisionmaking
Environmental Justice in Regulatory Decisionmaking
Webinar — Oct 16, 2024
Analyzing Industrial Greenhouse Gas Emissions Mitigation
A webinar featuring industry experts discussing models and analysis, alternative policies, energy pricing, and areas of greatest potential industrial emissions mitigation.
Policy Leadership Series — Oct 8, 2024
The Future of Environmental and Energy Justice: A Policy Leadership Series Event with Shalanda Baker
A conversation with energy justice expert Shalanda Baker on equity, partnership, and climate change
In Focus — Dec 18, 2024
In Focus: Perceptions of Environmental Justice
This video shares insights from a recent survey of the views held by Americans about environmental justice, with RFF University Fellow Jon Krosnick.
Common Resources — Dec 17, 2024
Reflections from a First-Time Attendee at the World’s Largest Climate Conference
Read on for an insider’s perspective from a first-time attendee at the world’s largest conference on climate change, which took place in late November in Azerbaijan.
On the Issues — Dec 13, 2024
On the Issues: Tax Credits for Clean Energy, River Rehabilitation, and More
A biweekly newsletter connecting global current events, pressing climate and energy policy news, and economics research from RFF scholars. This week: tax credits for clean energy, river rehabilitation, and more.
In Focus — Dec 11, 2024
In Focus: Climate and Trade Policy at COP29
This video shares insights from discussions at the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) about international trade and climate policy, with RFF Senior Research Analyst Katarina Nehrkorn.
Media Highlight — Dec 9, 2024
E&E News: “How Carbon Capture Could Outlive Trump”
Fellow Aaron Bergman discusses the future of tax credits for carbon capture and sequestration.
Media Highlight — Dec 5, 2024
E&E News: “Report Finds Southeast Forest Fire Risks Could Top Western Threats”
This article details the findings of a new paper coauthored by RFF Senior Fellow Dave Wear; as climate change worsens and populations grow, the Southeast is increasingly at risk of wildfire damage.
Press Release — Dec 4, 2024
As Climate Change Intensifies and Populations Grow, Southeastern Counties Are In the Hot Seat
A new paper highlights potential priorities for climate-mitigation measures, and finds a blend of climate risk, large populations, and vulnerable counties across the Southeastern United States.
Media Highlight — Dec 3, 2024
What a Day: “Chill, Baby, Chill”
The What a Day newsletter quotes RFF Fellow Brian Prest about the Trump administration’s expected oil-and-gas policies.