Ethical Dilemmas in Forecasting for Public Policy

On the Issues — Aug 8, 2025

On the Issues: Endangerment Finding, Changes to Public Lands, and More

A biweekly newsletter connecting global current events, pressing climate and energy policy news, and economics research from RFF scholars. This week: Endangerment finding, changes to public lands, and more.

Common Resources — Aug 7, 2025

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 electricity prices are likely to emerge.

Testimony and Public Comments — Aug 7, 2025

Comment on the Repeal of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Fossil Fuel-Fired Electric Generating Units

This public comment analyzes the proposal’s effects, including on overall greenhouse gas emissions, electricity prices, and ratepayer electricity costs.

Issue Brief — Aug 6, 2025

Hidden Costs of Repealing EPA’s Carbon Pollution Standards: Consequences for the Environment, Households, and Society

This brief addresses the gap in the EPA’s recent analysis of Carbon Pollution Standard repeal with an updated cost-benefit assessment showing health damages outweigh compliance cost savings and climate damages widen the gap.