Shaping the Future of Solar
This report lays out observational case studies of notable examples of public engagement related to solar policy in Virginia.
Environment
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Demographics
Delivering practical, policy-oriented analysis of census and demographic data.
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Economics
Examining taxes, economic development, workforce data, and flood resilience.
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Energy
Informing policy through research to facilitate solar development in Virginia.
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Survey Research
Providing full-service survey design, data collection, and report preparation.
Facilitating climate adaptation: The resilience adaptation feasibility tool (RAFT) framework
This paper documents the RAFT process, situates it within the context of climate adaptation planning research, and articulates its specific strengths as a flexible and portable model for engaging the public in preparing for climate change impacts.
Mitigating CO2 Emissions from the Organic Chemical and Plastics Industry
This paper advances the Global Change Analysis Model’s (GCAM) portrayal of chemicals to assess a full set of decarbonization options and identify specific actions that the organic chemical sector can take to reduce emissions.
Virginia Flood Resilience Initiative
This report helps inland areas plan for flood resilience, using geospatial mapping and a flood hazard dashboard to help Virginia communities assess flood risk and preparedness.
Regional Economic Impacts of Land Conversions to Solar Production
The report looks at changes in Virginia’s approach to energy regulation in response to House Bill 206 and examines the causes and consequences of insufficient energy impact analyses on energy regulatory measures.
Reducing Impacts on Energy, Water, and Land Systems
This study discusses the role of Carbon dioxide removal (CDR) in minimizing global warming projections and the costs and benefits for energy, land, and water systems.
The RAFT as an approach for incorporating equity into coastal resilience planning and project implementation
This paper provides an overview of the The Resilience Adaptation Feasibility Tool (RAFT) and how its approach incorporates equity in resilience planning and project implementation.
State-Level Planning for Decarbonization
The report looks at the unique challenges facing states as they work towards decarbonization and try to balance lower emissions with the energy demands of households and corporations.
The Effects of ‘‘Nonbinding’’ Price Floors
This paper explores the impact of price floors on cap-and-trade programs used to limit emissions of pollutants like CO2.
Achieving Clean Electricity Generation by 2045
This study uses Haiku, an electricity planning model, to explore potential strategies for lowering the costs of meeting Virginia Clean Economy Act (VCEA) emissions targets, and finds flexibility in compliance is key to lowering ratepayer costs.