Emissions Trading versus CO2 Taxes versus Standards

Media Highlight — Mar 20, 2024

E&E News: “Washington Carbon Price Crashes as Possible Repeal Looms”

RFF Senior Fellow Dallas Burtraw shares his thoughts on the effects of a bill to repeal Washington State‘s carbon market and the market's falling prices.

On the Issues — Nov 10, 2023

On the Issues: Renewable Energy Headwinds, Electric Grid Upgrades, and More

A biweekly newsletter connecting global current events, pressing climate and energy policy news, and economics research from RFF scholars. This week: Renewable Energy Headwinds, Electric Grid Upgrades, and More.

Common Resources — Nov 9, 2023

Adding an Emissions Cap to the Inflation Reduction Act Would Help Meet US Climate Goals

Implementing a federal cap-and-trade policy would complement the Inflation Reduction Act. Together, these two policies could reduce air pollution and retail electricity prices and ensure that the United States meets its national climate goals for 2030.

Resources Magazine — Oct 4, 2023

California’s Cap-and-Trade Program and Improvements in Local Air Quality

Although sometimes at odds, economic efficiency and environmental justice can coexist in effective, viable climate policy. Thoughtful policy design can help ensure that environmental benefits accrue in communities that need them the most.