What can the US do to avoid falling behind in global markets dominated by low-carbon products? 🏭 A recent RFF blog post spells out the effectiveness of “contracts for difference” policies and explains how they work. Read more here: www.resources.org/common-resou...

🌱 Native Nations in the Energy Transition Join us Oct 2, 2025 | 2–5 pm ET at GW Law (DC) or online 💡Engage with Tribal energy & resource experts 💡Learn how to support Tribes Hosted by @rff.org #SMU @uarizona.bsky.social Thanks to @sloanfoundation.bsky.social 🔗 Register: www.rff.org/events/all-e...

BIG NEWS! 📣 RFF is teaming up with @harvardsalata.bsky.social to deepen our understanding of the climate's effect on the economy. 💸 The new initiative will unite economists, finance scholars, policymakers, & others to develop research for a resilient future. 💪🌎 www.rff.org/news/press-r...

💡 Do you have a research project in mind that will help fossil fuel–dependent communities navigate the energy transition? The Resilient Energy Economies Initiative is awarding research grants—apply before October 31! www.resilientenergyeconomies.org/grants Watch this short video for more info 👇

Why have past attempts to reform fossil fuel subsidies failed, and what needs to change? ⛽ In a new episode of Resources Radio, Paasha Mahdavi breaks this topic down, and gives insight into the past and future of fossil fuel subsidies. 🎧: www.resources.org/resources-ra...

Join us on October 2nd from 2 PM-5 PM EST for an event featuring a 4-year project between the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, SMU, RFF, and the University of Arizona, and others to advance Tribal energy sovereignty. Register: form.jotform.com/252526367201...

In our latest episode of Resources Radio, economist Dominic Parker discusses America’s first environmental regulators: state wildlife agencies. 🦌 Parker’s research reveals the tactics these agencies used to recover wildlife populations from the brink of extinction. 🎧: bit.ly/46eMSOz

Back-to-school season often means hot classrooms. ☀️📚 On Resources Radio, our newest fellow Kristen McCormack explains how extreme heat affects absences and disciplinary referrals—and how air conditioning can help protect kids. 🎧: www.resources.org/resources-ra...

Back-to-school season often means hot classrooms. ☀️📚 On Resources Radio, our newest fellow Kristen McCormack explains how extreme heat affects student learning, absences, and discipline—and how air conditioning can help protect kids. 🎧: www.resources.org/resources-ra...

Last week, lightning strikes ignited dozens of wildfires in California—an increasingly common occurrence that affects disaster insurance markets in the state. 🏠 RFF Fellow Matt Wibbenmeyer discusses CA's wildfire insurance landscape and potential practices that could help communities adapt. 👇

After a short summer break, Resources Radio is back in action next week! 🎙️ ☀️ Tune in on Tuesday, September 2 to hear RFF Fellow Kristen McCormack explore the effects of extreme heat on student attendance and discipline. See you soon! ⬇️ www.resources.org/resources-ra...

New policies aimed at increasing energy affordability could make prices worse. ⚡🏠 In a recent If/Then blog, RFF research finds that rolling back clean energy incentives could create more volatility in energy markets and raise costs. Read more: www.resources.org/common-resou...

#CleanEnergy projects don’t always face endless red tape. 🚧⚖️ New research shows wind, solar, & geothermal projects pass NEPA review faster than other infrastructure. But many endure long timelines due to delays—even when agencies win in court. Read more: www.rff.org/news/press-r...

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act expands a tax credit, originally for places whose economies rely on fossil fuels, to include communities involved with nuclear energy.🏭⚡ In this In Focus video, RFF Fellow @danielraimi.bsky.social explains the implications of including “nuclear energy communities.”

The EPA recently announced its plans to repeal the “endangerment finding,” which asserts that greenhouse gases harm human health and the environment. In this In Focus video, RFF President & CEO Billy Pizer breaks down the implications of this major move. ⬇️

A successful energy transition will require buy-in from diverse stakeholders, including financial institutions.🏦 On Resources Radio, Heather Zichal discusses how financial institutions can support decarbonization in an unpredictable policy environment. 🎧: www.resources.org/resources-ra...

Federal climate action is slowing, but states are using emissions trading systems to cut emissions and raise state revenue. RFF Research Associate Nicholas Roy explains how in this new In Focus video 👇

How are federal decisions reshaping America’s public lands? ⛰️ On July 30, join RFF for a webinar deep dive into funding, leasing, timber policy, and more—featuring insights from RFF’s If/Then series. Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #PublicLands #LandPolicy #EnergyPolicy

For millions of Americans facing energy insecurity, keeping the lights on is a constant struggle.💡 On Resources Radio, @drdianahernandez.bsky.social of @columbiauenergy.bsky.social discusses how energy insecurity forces many Americans to choose between essential expenses. 🎧

In March, President Trump issued an executive order to boost timber harvests by 25%, aiming to cut wildfire risk. 🔥 🌲 Our new report looks at harvest history, forest conditions on public lands, and whether the order will meet this goal. Learn more: www.rff.org/publications...

Long-distance transmission is key to a reliable, clean grid—but major barriers remain. ⚡🔋 Join RFF tomorrow for a webinar on the future of long-distance transmission and a discussion on policy and permitting hurdles. Register Here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Powerlines are a vital part of the clean energy transition. ⚡ Join Molly Robertson and a panel of experts THIS THURSDAY for a webinar on why we need more powerlines, why we aren’t building them fast enough, and ways we can speed up the process. RSVP 👉 www.rff.org/events/webin...

Is carbon pricing dead? Not quite. 🌎 ⚖️ Carbon pricing advocates are meeting the political moment to deliver emissions reductions. On Resources Radio, Danny Richter explains how carbon pricing policy has achieved lasting environmental and economic success. 🎧: www.resources.org/resources-ra...

Artificial Intelligence is transforming more than tech—it's reshaping electricity markets. Ben Hertz-Shargel of @woodmac.com explains how rising energy demands from AI could affect energy prices, infrastructure, and clean energy growth on Resources Radio. 🎧: www.resources.org/resources-ra...

Join us in welcoming Kristen McCormack to Team RFF! 🎉🎉 As a research fellow, Kristen will focus on a range of environmental and energy topics, including policy design and the distributional effects of climate change. www.rff.org/news/press-r...

Outdoor recreation supports the economies of many communities in scenic natural areas in the US, but these communities also face unique challenges. 🛶🌲 Megan Lawson tackles overtourism, affordable housing shortages, and climate risks on Resources Radio. 🎧: www.resources.org/resources-ra...

#ArtificialIntelligence is expected to have a large impact on the US’ #energy future, given the electricity demand it creates. 🤖⚡️ In this In Focus video, RFF's Kristin Hayes discusses the #climate implications of #AI’s expanding role. 🎞️⬇️

Energy insecurity affects millions of Americans—a byproduct of systemic inequity. ⚡️🏠 Join RFF and @columbiauenergy.bsky.social on July 7 for an event with Diana Hernández and Jason Bordoff on how this crisis can be mitigated. RSVP here: bit.ly/45M2Gdi #BookTalk #EnergyEquity

@vsiv.bsky.social of @cfr.org argues that US climate policy should be grounded in realism. On Resources Radio, he lays out a controversial new approach— “climate realism”—that aims to prepare for the dangers of #ClimateChange and advance US foreign policy goals. www.resources.org/resources-ra...

One in four US households face energy insecurity. Research by Madeline Yozwiak, done in partnership with @berkeleylabemp.bsky.social suggests that rooftop solar panels could improve energy affordability. Yozwiak discusses the findings on Resources Radio. Listen now: on.soundcloud.com/4sGg1V2TZmAY...

US forests are critical as carbon sinks and sources of wood products. But where in the Lower 48 are forests being harvested, and where are we seeing reforestation? This new article is the first detailed assessment of this question. 🌲🔍 Learn more: www.rff.org/publications...

New RFF research shows that utility-scale solar can give economic opportunities to the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, which produces oil & gas. ☀️ @danielraimi.bsky.social explains the relationship between Native nations, energy sovereignty & the transition toward clean energy sources. ⬇️

Big news!! 🎉📢 RFF University Fellow Åsa Löfgren was named a 2025 ‪@eaere.bsky.social‬ Fellow! This honor recognizes her outstanding contributions to the field of environmental and resource economics. Congratulations Åsa! 💙 www.eaere.org/fellows/

What does has energy and environmental policy looked like under the second Trump administration? 🌎⚡ Join Resources for the Future (RFF) on June 24 to dive into early insights from If/Then—with analysis on emissions, natural disasters, and more. ⬇️ Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

In the western US, jobs and nonresidential development are increasing in areas facing the highest wildfire risk. 🔥 Margaret Walls breaks down this trend and what it means for climate and disaster resilience in a new In Focus video. ▶️

In the US there are significant delays in building new power infrastructure, like generators. ⚡ On Resources Radio, RFF Senior Research Associate McKenna Peplinski discusses the economic and social consequences of these delays. Tune in: www.resources.org/resources-ra...

Many Americans are moving to areas vulnerable to climate disasters, often without knowing local risks. On Resources Radio, @jennyschuetz.bsky.social (@arnoldventures.bsky.social) discusses how housing policy can balance affordability and climate resilience. www.resources.org/resources-ra...

The House of Representatives has advanced a bill that rapidly phases out federal subsidies for clean electricity generation. ⚡📉 RFF’s McKenna Peplinski discusses the effects of losing these subsidies on electricity bills, emissions, and the energy sector in a new In Focus Video. 👇

Figuring out the cost of charging can be confusing for #EV owners. 🔋🔌 Our new Resources magazine article explores the problem, finding ways that policymakers can avoid “pain at the pump” and ensure that EVs are a good financial choice for car buyers. Learn more! 👇 www.resources.org/archives/pai...

New in @natclimate.nature.com: Policymakers feel the heat when they propose banning fossil fuel-based heating systems. How can the switch to low-emissions tech be more politically palatable? 🏠🌡️ A new paper coauthored by RFF’s Karen Palmer explores some options. 👇 www.nature.com/articles/s41...

Can states take the driver’s seat on decarbonizing #transportation? 🚗 ⚡️ In our new issue of Resources magazine, learn more about how states may have to step up as federal transportation policy changes under the Trump administration. www.resources.org/archives/can...

Big news! 💡 RFF has awarded grants to seven teams to research #cleanenergy policies and programs developed under the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act. Click below to learn more about the teams & their projects. 👇 www.rff.org/news/press-r...

Can private water delivery expand clean water access? 💧🚰 @burlig.bsky.social joined this week’s episode of Resources Radio to discuss a new study that investigates the demand for and health outcomes of private water delivery in India. Tune in: www.resources.org/resources-ra...

Are you in DC and interested in learning more about #electricity affordability? Join RFF and @canarymedia.com for an afternoon of mingling & insights from clean #energy experts! ⚡️💵 Space is limited – register today! 👇 #EconSky www.eventbrite.com/e/rff-x-cana...

🚨 Issue 218 of Resources magazine is out NOW! 🚨 It features the work of our #Transportation Program—including, #ElectricVehicles, sustainable aviation, critical minerals, and more! Read it today! 📖 www.resources.org/print-issues...

In the mid-20th century, the Army Corps of Engineers flooded Fort Berthold Reservation to build a dam, displacing ~90% of the Native Tribes living there. Angela Parker (@uofdenver.bsky.social) joined Resources Radio to discuss the lasting consequences of the dam. www.resources.org/resources-ra...

NEW from If/Then: @bprest.bsky.social looks at a proposal in the upcoming reconciliation bill from the House. 🔎🏛️ The proposal to lower royalty rates on federal oil and gas leases will lower federal revenues by $5 billion over the next decade. 📉 Learn more: www.resources.org/common-resou...

Jobs are always top of the mind when a utility closes (or extends) a coal power plant. My latest for @insideclimatenews.org considers a @sierraclub.org report and @rff.org report on how @pacificorp.bsky.social's latest IRP impacts jobs in Wyoming and Utah: insideclimatenews.org/news/0905202...

OUT NOW: Our new report digs into #wildfire risk in the growing wildland-urban interface. 🔥🏡 Despite growing threats, most local plans don’t do enough to limit exposure. Smarter zoning, planning, and incentives can help. Read the report to learn more! www.rff.org/publications...

Check out this thread from RFF Fellow @bprest.bsky.social on a potential provision in the upcoming reconciliation bill. 🧵 And stay tuned for a blog post diving deeper into his modeling results! 👀📅