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Resources for the Future @rff.org · 9h

We are celebrating our Founders’ Day today! 🎉

Since 1952, RFF has been delivering rigorous analysis, and that would not be possible without our supporters!
Your gift will make a difference today, and for generations to come. 🌎💙

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · 5d

Can the US reduce its reliance on critical minerals imports? 💵🔋

On our newest podcast episode, Daniel Raimi talks to Columbia University’s Tom Moerenhout about the federal government’s investment in California’s Mountain Pass Rare Earth Mine.

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An Unprecedented Investment in US Rare Earth Elements, with Tom Moerenhout

Tom Moerenhout discusses the recent federal investment in a privately held mine in the United States—the Mountain Pass Rare Earth Mine—and the potential risks and rewards of the deal.

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · 8d

Does the 45Q tax credit really reduce emissions?

On the latest episode of Resources Radio, RFF’s Daniel Raimi and Sheila Olmstead discuss the lesser-known implications of this subsidy for carbon capture and storage. 🌍

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Airing New Concerns with US Carbon Capture Policies, with Sheila Olmstead

Sheila Olmstead discusses the complex nature of federal subsidies related to carbon capture and storage. These subsidies might reduce carbon emissions—but also can be expensive, discourage clean energ...

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · 14d

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.

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Contracts for Difference to Spur Clean and Competitive Industry: Options for Federal Policymakers

The federal government can strengthen US competitiveness in critical industries by designing and implementing a contracts for difference policy to provide a way for manufacturers to de-risk their inno...

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Monika Ehrman @monikaehrman.bsky.social · 15d

🌱 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
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Resources for the Future @rff.org · 15d

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. 💪🌎

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Salata Institute and Resources for the Future Launch the Climate-related Financial and Macroeconomic Risk Initiative

A new research collaboration will deepen understanding of how climate change affects economic stability—and forge tools to address growing risks.

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · 16d

💡 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 👇

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · 20d

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.

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Understanding Fossil Fuel Subsidies Around the World, with Paasha Mahdavi

Paasha Mahdavi discusses the purpose of fossil fuel subsidies, the importance of reducing these subsidies, and why efforts to reform fossil fuel subsidies often fail.

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · 21d

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...

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · 26d

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.

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The Role of Government Agencies in Wildlife Abundance, Decimation, and Recovery, with Dominic Parker

Dominic Parker discusses the first government-run environmental agencies in the United States—state wildlife agencies—and their influence on the survival of US wildlife.

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · 29d

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.

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Sweating Over Student Behavior in Hot Schools, with Kristen McCormack

Kristen McCormack, Resources for the Future’s newest research fellow, discusses the impact of extreme temperatures on student behavior, absences, disciplinary referrals, and later-life outcomes.

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · 29d

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.

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Sweating Over Student Behavior in Hot Schools, with Kristen McCormack

Kristen McCormack, Resources for the Future’s newest research fellow, discusses the impact of extreme temperatures on student behavior, absences, disciplinary referrals, and later-life outcomes.

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · Sep 8

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. 👇

Resources for the Future @rff.org · Aug 29

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! ⬇️
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Resources Radio

A weekly podcast that features interviews with researchers and leading experts about climate change, energy, ecosystems, and more.

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · Aug 28

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.

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If/Then: Unintended Effects of Recent Federal Actions on Electricity Prices

If the administration’s push to increase US dependence on fossil fuel–powered electricity generation is implemented as intended, then higher electricity rates and more uncertainty over future electric...

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · Aug 27

#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:

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Most Renewable Projects Overcome Lawsuits and Move Through Federal Review Faster on Average than Other Infrastructure Projects

New RFF papers find that solar, wind, and geothermal projects have historically seen shorter review times on average than other infrastructure projects, although other process steps may be just as tim...

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · Aug 26

Want to learn more? Read Raimi’s recent blog post about this issue: www.resources.org/common-resou...

If/Then: How Congress Made a Weird Energy Law Even Weirder with Nuclear Energy Communities

A new bonus tax credit may benefit nuclear power projects, but only if the power plants are in urban areas.

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · Aug 26

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.”

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · Aug 4

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. ⬇️

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · Aug 1

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.

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Financing the Energy Transition amid Unpredictable Climate Policy, with Heather Zichal

Heather Zichal discusses her career in climate policy and explains how financial institutions can support decarbonization and the energy transition in an unpredictable policy environment.

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · Jul 31

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 👇

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · Jul 28

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

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · Jul 25

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. 🎧

Energy Affordability Is Personal, with Diana Hernández

Diana Hernández discusses energy insecurity in the United States, highlighting the struggles that everyday Americans face to meet their energy needs, along with possible policy solutions.

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · Jul 23

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.

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Will Increased Timber Harvesting on Federal Lands Reduce Growing Wildfire Hazards?

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Resources for the Future @rff.org · Jul 23

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.

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