Oil and Gas
Exploring the socioeconomic and environmental impacts of the oil and gas sector, including research on how shale development affects communities, public finances, greenhouse gas emissions, and more. RFF also hosts the Shale Research Clearinghouse (SHARC), an interactive tool that provides access to the latest research on the positive and negative impacts of oil and gas development, as well as critical reviews of this literature.
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The Community Impacts of Oil and Gas Development
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Resources Radio — May 4, 2021
Exploring the Energy Transition on Tribal Lands, with Pilar Thomas
Although tribes currently develop oil and gas, Pilar Thomas contends that boosting renewables could be key to reducing energy poverty on tribal lands.
Common Resources — Apr 29, 2021
Protecting Public Lands: RFF’s Policy Leadership Series with Sally Jewell
Sally Jewell reflects on her tenure as US Secretary of the Interior and offers guidance on key public lands issues that now confront President Biden.
Media Highlight — Apr 28, 2021
Oil Pipeline Disputes Raise Tensions Between US and Canada
A story in the Associated Press about growing tensions over a Great Lakes oil pipeline quotes RFF Fellow Daniel Raimi.
Report — Apr 28, 2021
Policy Options to Enable an Equitable Energy Transition
Fifteen scholars from across the United States share insights on policy proposals to support an equitable energy transition for all communities.
Testimony and Public Comments — Apr 22, 2021
Testimony on the Elimination of Fossil Fuel Subsidies to the US Subcommittee on the Environment
RFF University Fellow Joseph Aldy testifies at an Earth Day hearing hosted by the US House Oversight Committee
Explainer — Apr 21, 2021
Federal Climate Policy 108: The Oil and Gas Industry
An overview of policies that the federal government could implement to reduce emissions from the US oil and gas sector.
Policy Leadership Series — May 11, 2021
Policy Leadership Series with United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby
A conversation with United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby on the airline's decarbonization strategy and the future of the industry
RFF Live — Apr 28, 2021
An Equitable Energy Transition for Workers and Communities
A conversation that will explore a recently published report and what future policy is needed to support fossil fuel workers and communities in the shift to a low-carbon economy
Policy Leadership Series — Apr 7, 2021
Policy Leadership Series with Former US Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell
A conversation with former US Secretary of Interior Sally Jewell on public lands and climate issues
Media Highlight — Apr 28, 2021
Oil Pipeline Disputes Raise Tensions Between US and Canada
A story in the Associated Press about growing tensions over a Great Lakes oil pipeline quotes RFF Fellow Daniel Raimi.
Press Release — Apr 28, 2021
On the Path to an Equitable Energy Transition, a New Collaborative Report Provides Insight on How to Get There
Fifteen scholars from across the United States share insights on policy proposals to support an equitable energy transition for all communities.
Media Highlight — Mar 26, 2021
Morning Energy: Oil and Gas Leasing Get the Floor
After Fellow Brian Prest's commentary during an Interior Department forum, POLITICO reports on his insights.
Resources Radio — May 4, 2021
Exploring the Energy Transition on Tribal Lands, with Pilar Thomas
Although tribes currently develop oil and gas, Pilar Thomas contends that boosting renewables could be key to reducing energy poverty on tribal lands.
Common Resources — Apr 29, 2021
Protecting Public Lands: RFF’s Policy Leadership Series with Sally Jewell
Sally Jewell reflects on her tenure as US Secretary of the Interior and offers guidance on key public lands issues that now confront President Biden.
Resources Radio — Apr 6, 2021
Giving a Fair Shot to Energy Workers and Communities in Transition, with Wesley Look and Daniel Raimi
Wesley Look and Daniel Raimi review a series of reports about policies and programs that can ensure an equitable transition to a clean energy economy.