If Invasive Species are 'Pollutants', Should the 'Polluters' Pay?

Testimony and Public Comments — Sep 2, 2025

Comment on Chapter 11, “Climate Change, the Economy, and the Social Cost of Carbon,” in a report produced by the US Department of Energy's Climate Working Group

This public comment presents usages of economic concepts and their application in the CWG report titled A Critical Review of Impacts of Greenhouse Gas Emissions on the US Climate, along with references to recent advances in the relevant literature.

Press Release — Aug 27, 2025

State-Level Carbon Pricing Could Cut Electricity Costs and Emissions

New research shows that a state-level carbon price could substantially reduce power sector emissions while reducing household electricity costs by an average of 6 percent.

Issue Brief — Aug 27, 2025

Promoting Energy Affordability Using State Climate Policy

This issue brief explores how state governments can improve electricity affordability for households while advancing environmental goals.

Media Highlight — Aug 19, 2025

USA Today: “Is America Done with Clean Energy? Why Wind, Solar Power Are in Peril”

New research about review timelines under the National Environmental Policy Act is cited in this article about the future of US renewables.