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Many experts agree that taxing carbon to regulate emissions is the most economically efficient approach to achieve reductions and meet environmental goals. RFF research on carbon pricing examines the potential impacts on different regions and populations as well as on employment, assesses options for revenue use, and more.
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Press Release — Nov 12, 2019
New Episode of Resources Radio: “Carbon Pricing Proposals in Today's Congress, with Marc Hafstead”
Marc Hafstead offers insight on the numerous carbon pricing proposals that have been introduced in the US Congress.
Carbon Pricing Proposals in Today's Congress, with Marc Hafstead
In a special crossover episode with CSIS' Energy 360° podcast, Marc Hafstead analyzes the recent cluster of carbon pricing proposals that have been introduced in the US Congress.
Testimony and Public Comments — Oct 30, 2019
Hearing on Building a 100 Percent Clean Economy: Solutions for the Power Sector
Written Testimony Prepared for the Energy Subcommittee of the US House Committee on Energy and Commerce
Testimony and Public Comments — Oct 30, 2019
Hearing on Building a 100 Percent Clean Economy: Solutions for the Power Sector
Written Testimony Prepared for the Energy Subcommittee of the US House Committee on Energy and Commerce
Issue Brief — Oct 21, 2019
Options for Issuing Emissions Allowances in a Pennsylvania Carbon Pricing Policy
We explore policy design elements for a potential electricity sector carbon cap in Pennsylvania.
Explainer — Sep 26, 2019
Carbon Pricing 102: Revenue Use Options
An overview of how different carbon pricing policies generate revenue, the options for revenue use, and the implications of each option.
RFF Live — Sep 20, 2019
The Future of Carbon Pricing: Examining 2019's New Proposals
Understanding the nuances of the many carbon pricing plans introduced so far this year
RFF Live — Mar 28, 2019
Putting a Price on Carbon, with Sen. Van Hollen and Rep. Beyer
Unpacking elements of the proposed cap and dividend legislation and the landscape for a carbon pricing policy
RFF Live — Mar 6, 2019
The Future of Carbon Pricing
Opportunities and challenges facing carbon pricing during the next few years, and lessons learned from carbon pricing around the world.
Press Release — Nov 12, 2019
New Episode of Resources Radio: “Carbon Pricing Proposals in Today's Congress, with Marc Hafstead”
Marc Hafstead offers insight on the numerous carbon pricing proposals that have been introduced in the US Congress.
Press Release — Sep 30, 2019
New Episode of Resources Radio: "A New York State of Carbon Pricing, with Karen Palmer and Daniel Shawhan"
Karen Palmer and Daniel Shawhan discuss New York's energy plan and the promise of carbon pricing .
Press Release — Sep 20, 2019
New Interactive Tool: The Carbon Pricing Calculator
Resources for the Future released the new Carbon Pricing Calculator—an interactive tool that visualizes the environmental and economic effects of carbon pricing proposals.
Carbon Pricing Proposals in Today's Congress, with Marc Hafstead
In a special crossover episode with CSIS' Energy 360° podcast, Marc Hafstead analyzes the recent cluster of carbon pricing proposals that have been introduced in the US Congress.
A New York State of Carbon Pricing, with Karen Palmer and Daniel Shawhan
Karen Palmer and Daniel Shawhan provide expert insight on the future of carbon pricing in New York State.
Do Environmental Regulations Kill Jobs?
Marc Hafstead explores six key takeaways from recent work on jobs and environmental regulations.