Public Opinion on Climate Change: Is the Glass Half-Full or Half-Empty for Policymakers?

Common Resources — Mar 24, 2025

The Hype on Hyperscalers: Data Centers and Growing Electricity Demand

Demand for electricity is growing as power-hungry data centers keep popping up. But with uncertainties over how much, when, and where the growth will happen, planning for future demand is a challenge for local governments, state regulators, and utilities.

Media Highlight — Mar 20, 2025

S&P Global: “Linking Carbon Markets Could Boost Affordability”

RFF research associate Nicholas Roy discusses his thoughts on Washington and California's carbon markets, as well as new research about potential linkage between the two markets.

Common Resources — Mar 20, 2025

Three Policy Options for Maryland to Achieve Its Decarbonization Goals via the Electricity Sector

US states can achieve their decarbonization goals, even if they import some of the electricity they consume. Take the state of Maryland, for example.

Media Highlight — Mar 17, 2025

E&E News: “Merging State Carbon Markets Could Cut More Pollution, Report Says”

This piece discusses in detail a new RFF report about a potential linkage between California and Washington’s carbon markets.