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Electricity Action Framework and Menu for States
This resource helps states identify and design effective actions to promote a reliable, affordable, and clean electricity system.
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The Domino Effect: States Prioritize Affordable Transportation Choices over Traffic
Minnesota, Colorado, and other states are unlocking time and cost savings from innovative transportation planning.
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The Domino Effect: How States Are Leading the Charge on Landfill Methane
Colorado’s progress shows how smart methane policy spreads — and why other states should pay attention.
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Clean Fuel Standards: The Market-Based Policy for States Looking to Clean Up Transportation
RMI’s new calculator and design tips help states create clean fuel standards to improve air quality and meet unique state priorities.
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A Legacy of Partnering with the US Government
One of Rocky Mountain Institute’s first interactions with the federal government dates back nearly half a century to the institute’s founding in 1982. That year, the Pentagon, under Republican President Ronald Reagan, asked RMI to…
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During a Historic Hurricane Season, Microgrids Kept Communities Running
Top image: The RMI microgrids team with Pastor Shawn Anglim and members of Together New Orleans at the First Grace United Methodist Church, a Together New Orleans Community Lighthouse. When Hurricane Francine hit New Orleans…
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Fleet Electric Vehicle Total Cost of Ownership with and without Federal Tax Credits
RMI analysis demonstrates that electric vehicles are more economical for fleets across light- and medium-duty applications than equivalent fossil fuel vehicles, but total cost of ownership for EV fleet vehicles increases if federal tax credits are…
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Local Governments Can Achieve Texas-Sized Impacts from Distributed Energy Assets and Virtual Power Plants
Empowering Texas communities to lead the transition to a more resilient, affordable, and sustainable energy system with DERs and VPPs.
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Building Bigger and Cleaner Industries in US States
If sustained, federal clean energy incentives can continue expanding the US industrial sector and bring nearly $235 billion of federal investment to US states.
