Climate Resources

This analysis explores the costs associated with future scenarios for the electricity system across the Eastern interconnect, which supplies electricity to 39 states from the Rockies to the Atlantic Ocean.

One of the basic materials of human civilization, wood still plays a central role in 21st-century life—and in the problem of tropical deforestation. But wood can also be part of the solution.

Found in everything from shampoo to donuts, palm oil is now the most common vegetable oil in the world—and also one of the world's leading deforestation drivers.

While many commodities are driving deforestation today, all of them take a back seat to beef cattle. But there are ways to reduce beef's deforestation impact.

A robust plan to cut carbon emissions, deliver significant economic benefits for all Virginians, and chart a cost-effective path to a clean energy future.

Many coastal communities face heightened risks from rising seas because of socioeconomic disparities. They deserve equitable funding to help prepare for flooding and storm surge.

Drought and climate change are depleting California's traditional water supplies from snowmelt-fed reservoirs, rivers, and streams. The state must now plan for a different water future.

Resource center for effective implementation of California's Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, the first-ever statewide requirement for groundwater management.

The frequency, extent, and duration of tidal flooding are all likely to increase over the next 15 to 30 years, resulting in damage to the Keys’ economy, infrastructure, and ecology.

2008 amendments to the Lacey Act have contributed to reducing U.S. imports of illegal wood products—and stronger enforcement could bring more progress.