Too Good to Be True? An Examination of Three Economic Assessments of California Climate Change Policy

State Carbon Prices Are Here to Stay

New analysis shows that the average price on carbon emissions across the United States will likely increase due to state policy, advancing nationwide decarbonization goals.

Direct Lithium Extraction in Arkansas: A Golden Goose for the State?

New techniques for lithium extraction could mean an economic boom is coming to southwest Arkansas. Landowners and county coffers will likely benefit the most, though benefits could vary widely.

Hunting for Energy Hogs, with Severin Borenstein

Severin Borenstein discusses the concept of “energy hogs,” ways energy hogs may be punished by regulators, why these penalties are unfair, and alternative options for regulation that can help US states reach their economic and environmental goals.

California’s Innovative Vision for Climate Policy and Energy Affordability

In late September, California passed a legislation package to help achieve the state’s climate neutrality goals. This blog post analyzes aspects of the legislation and describes how they work to reduce emissions, promote affordability, and more.