Christelle Khalaf
@christelle-khalaf.bsky.social
Economist👩💻University of Illinois Chicago🔥
Previously UWyo🤠 & Ohio U🐾
PhD North Carolina State U🐺
Immigrant 🇺🇸🇱🇧
http://www.christelle-khalaf.com
Previously UWyo🤠 & Ohio U🐾
PhD North Carolina State U🐺
Immigrant 🇺🇸🇱🇧
http://www.christelle-khalaf.com
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Have you heard? We recently published a new paper! Written in conjunction with a @uiccuppa.bsky.social UPPA student, Thao Pham, this paper is part of a larger GFRC report, "Planning for Tomorrow: Challenges States Face in Forecasting Long-Term Expenditures". @pewtrusts.org (cont.)
December 4, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Have you heard? We recently published a new paper! Written in conjunction with a @uiccuppa.bsky.social UPPA student, Thao Pham, this paper is part of a larger GFRC report, "Planning for Tomorrow: Challenges States Face in Forecasting Long-Term Expenditures". @pewtrusts.org (cont.)
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From all of us at the GFRC, we want to wish you a Happy Thanskgiving!
November 28, 2025 at 12:26 AM
From all of us at the GFRC, we want to wish you a Happy Thanskgiving!
I spoke with @blockclubchi.bsky.social about rate changes some utilities are implementing to make sure data centers pay their fair share. Read more:
AI use and data centers are causing ComEd bills to spike — and it will likely get worse. blockclubchi.co/4oSSwOS
August 29, 2025 at 3:20 PM
I spoke with @blockclubchi.bsky.social about rate changes some utilities are implementing to make sure data centers pay their fair share. Read more:
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Frequent budget swings and shifting priorities are undermining U.S. energy innovation. A case study of one federal office shows how political whiplash can stall progress on clean tech — or scrap it entirely.
By @christelle-khalaf.bsky.social, University of Illinois Chicago:
By @christelle-khalaf.bsky.social, University of Illinois Chicago:
Federal energy office illustrates the perils of fluctuating budgets and priorities
When presidential administrations turn over, funding levels and project priorities change. A look at one specific government office demonstrates how these shifts in direction waste time and money.
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June 24, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Frequent budget swings and shifting priorities are undermining U.S. energy innovation. A case study of one federal office shows how political whiplash can stall progress on clean tech — or scrap it entirely.
By @christelle-khalaf.bsky.social, University of Illinois Chicago:
By @christelle-khalaf.bsky.social, University of Illinois Chicago:
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Our newest blog examines the Bush Admin’s Hydrogen Fuel Initiative & its impact on EERE R&D priorities👉 gfrc.uic.edu/the-governme...
For more from our examination of EERE awards over the last two decades, don’t miss our webinar on 3/7 at 11 CST. Register👉 events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c9075f...
For more from our examination of EERE awards over the last two decades, don’t miss our webinar on 3/7 at 11 CST. Register👉 events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c9075f...
March 6, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Our newest blog examines the Bush Admin’s Hydrogen Fuel Initiative & its impact on EERE R&D priorities👉 gfrc.uic.edu/the-governme...
For more from our examination of EERE awards over the last two decades, don’t miss our webinar on 3/7 at 11 CST. Register👉 events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c9075f...
For more from our examination of EERE awards over the last two decades, don’t miss our webinar on 3/7 at 11 CST. Register👉 events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c9075f...
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📢 GFRC will share findings from a project on R&D funding by the Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy over the last two decades. 🔍 Register below to Join!
📅 Fri, Mar 07 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST
#EnergyResearch #EERE #FundingTrends
📅 Fri, Mar 07 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST
#EnergyResearch #EERE #FundingTrends
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February 25, 2025 at 9:28 PM
📢 GFRC will share findings from a project on R&D funding by the Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy over the last two decades. 🔍 Register below to Join!
📅 Fri, Mar 07 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST
#EnergyResearch #EERE #FundingTrends
📅 Fri, Mar 07 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST
#EnergyResearch #EERE #FundingTrends
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Data centers are booming in the Great Lakes region, but their massive energy & water demands raise questions. Are the benefits worth the strain? Smart policy & tech will be key. Read the latest in the GFRC’s monthly blog series by @christelle-khalaf.bsky.social 👉 gfrc.uic.edu/the-governme...
Critical Considerations for Regulators on Data Centers | Government Finance Research Center | University of Illinois Chicago
University of Illinois Chi...
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February 6, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Data centers are booming in the Great Lakes region, but their massive energy & water demands raise questions. Are the benefits worth the strain? Smart policy & tech will be key. Read the latest in the GFRC’s monthly blog series by @christelle-khalaf.bsky.social 👉 gfrc.uic.edu/the-governme...
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New Report Release: Water Rate Setting in Northwestern, Central, and Southern Illinois. lnkd.in/gSr6M2h2
The GFRC has released a report on Water Rate Setting in Northwestern, Central, and Southern Illinois (NCSI). The report discusses findings across several key themes, including... 1/5
The GFRC has released a report on Water Rate Setting in Northwestern, Central, and Southern Illinois (NCSI). The report discusses findings across several key themes, including... 1/5
January 14, 2025 at 5:11 PM
New Report Release: Water Rate Setting in Northwestern, Central, and Southern Illinois. lnkd.in/gSr6M2h2
The GFRC has released a report on Water Rate Setting in Northwestern, Central, and Southern Illinois (NCSI). The report discusses findings across several key themes, including... 1/5
The GFRC has released a report on Water Rate Setting in Northwestern, Central, and Southern Illinois (NCSI). The report discusses findings across several key themes, including... 1/5
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The Government Finance Research Center at the University of Illinois Chicago has joined BlueSky!!! Follow us for public finance news, research, training and other fun activities! @debacarroll.bsky.social @christelle-khalaf.bsky.social #AcademicSky #PAsky #PoliSciSky #EconSky #WaterSky
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January 9, 2025 at 8:40 PM
The Government Finance Research Center at the University of Illinois Chicago has joined BlueSky!!! Follow us for public finance news, research, training and other fun activities! @debacarroll.bsky.social @christelle-khalaf.bsky.social #AcademicSky #PAsky #PoliSciSky #EconSky #WaterSky
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Not James Comey making an appearance in the Martha Stewart documentary 🫣
December 5, 2024 at 12:28 AM
Not James Comey making an appearance in the Martha Stewart documentary 🫣
I am Christelle Khalaf (kris-TELL kah-LAHF), economist & associate director of the Government Finance Research Center at the University of Illinois Chicago. Currently researching municipal water utilities & federal funding for energy research. Will be posting about these topics, cats, & Chicago 💧⚡️🐈⬛🏙️
November 21, 2024 at 6:00 PM
I am Christelle Khalaf (kris-TELL kah-LAHF), economist & associate director of the Government Finance Research Center at the University of Illinois Chicago. Currently researching municipal water utilities & federal funding for energy research. Will be posting about these topics, cats, & Chicago 💧⚡️🐈⬛🏙️