Cap and Trade
Market-based cap-and-trade programs to regulate pollution from development and production exist across sectors and around the world. RFF experts played critical roles in the design of such programs in California and the Northeast, as well as internationally, and continue to analyze and advise on policies in the United States and elsewhere.
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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.
Testimony and Public Comments — May 15, 2023
Comments to the Washington Department of Ecology on Connecting Washington’s Cap-and-Invest Program to Other Carbon Markets
To the Washington Department of Ecology on the potential for Washington State to link its carbon market with the shared market of California and Quebec.
Testimony and Public Comments — May 15, 2023
Comments to the Washington Department of Ecology on Connecting Washington’s Cap-and-Invest Program to Other Carbon Markets
To the Washington Department of Ecology on the potential for Washington State to link its carbon market with the shared market of California and Quebec.
Data Tool — Sep 30, 2022
World Carbon Pricing Database
Explore a database of global carbon pricing policies since 1990
Journal Article — Nov 10, 2021
Should the EU ETS be Extended to Road Transport and Heating Fuels?
An article published in Economics of Energy and Environmental Policy outlines the benefits, costs, and policy design considerations of expanding the European Union’s Emissions Trading System to cover road transport and heating fuels—a move that would c
Explainer — Jun 21, 2021
Video Explainer: Carbon Pricing 101
Video Explainer: Carbon Pricing 101
Workshops — Mar 13, 2020
Adding Mitigation Certainty to a US Carbon Tax: A Workshop on the REEP Symposium (Postponed)
Adding Mitigation Certainty to a US Carbon Tax: A Workshop on the REEP Symposium (Postponed)
RFF Live — Mar 28, 2019
Putting a Price on Carbon, with Sen. Van Hollen and Rep. Beyer
Putting a Price on Carbon, with Sen. Van Hollen and Rep. Beyer
Workshops — Jan 23, 2018
California’s Climate Action: Leadership from the States
California’s Climate Action: Leadership from the States
Webinar — Jul 18, 2017
The Future of California’s Cap-and-Trade Program: Policy Choices and Implications for Cross-Border Linkage
The Future of California’s Cap-and-Trade Program: Policy Choices and Implications for Cross-Border Linkage
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.
Resources Radio — Feb 9, 2021
Hug a Bus: How Cities Are Tackling Climate Change, with David Miller
David Miller describes how mayors can adeptly address climate change and explores sustainable innovations that are already being deployed in cities.
Media Highlight — Feb 16, 2022
KNX in Depth: California's Cap-and-Trade Policy
Senior Fellow Dallas Burtraw shares his thoughts on California's cap-and-trade policies with KNX News, a California radio station.
Press Release — Nov 10, 2021
What Would Expanding the EU’s Emissions Trading System Mean for Consumers and Climate Goals?
What Would Expanding the EU’s Emissions Trading System Mean for Consumers and Climate Goals?
Press Release — Jul 14, 2020
A Flexible Cap-and-Trade Program Could Play an Important Role in Colorado’s Long-Term Climate Goals
A Flexible Cap-and-Trade Program Could Play an Important Role in Colorado’s Long-Term Climate Goals
Media Highlight — Sep 4, 2019
"Climate Town Hall: Several Democratic Candidates Embrace a Carbon Tax"
RFF President Richard G. Newell is quoted in a New York Times article on how different 2020 presidential candidates view a price on carbon.