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An analysis of the winter 2024–2025 season indicates that offshore wind projects could significantly lower the risk of power outages in New England by offsetting high electricity demand during cold spells. A 1,500 MW fleet would have reduced the risk of energy shortfalls by 55%, while a 3,500 MW fleet would have reduced it by 79%. Such a transition to local renewable resources would decrease reliance on volatile imported LNG and lower wholesale electricity prices, potentially saving consumers $400 million.

The Private Equity Manufactured Housing Tracker identifies 23 private equity firms and hedge funds owning over 1,900 manufactured home parks and 400,000 lots in the U.S. It argues that institutional investors capitalize on the limited mobility of residents to increase rents and fees, often with financing from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The report details specific instances of rent hikes, poor maintenance, and unjust evictions, while calling for government intervention to preserve affordability and protect residents' rights.

The EPA has proposed a significant rollback of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP), which would remove reporting requirements for 46 of 47 source categories and suspend subpart W reporting until 2034. This proposal threatens the viability of over 270 carbon capture projects and $77.5 billion in capital investment because the 45Q tax credit relies on GHGRP for monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV). Specifically, the loss of subparts PP, RR, and VV would prevent carbon capture and storage (CCS) and enhanced oil recovery (EOR) projects from claiming 45Q credits. For hydrogen projects, the delay of subpart W would reduce the reliability of upstream methane leak rate measurements used in the 45VH2-GREET tool for 45V tax credits, potentially forcing taxpayers to rely on an inaccurate 0.9% national average and increasing legal risks for high performers. Internationally, the rollback could disadvantage U.S. exporters in markets requiring verified data, such as those under the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Domestically, at least ten states, including California and Colorado, have embedded GHGRP into their legal frameworks; removing it would force these states to create costly patchwork substitutes to maintain emissions inventories.

The document reports that November 2025 was the third warmest on record globally and the fourth warmest for the contiguous U.S. It highlights a long-term trend of warming winters in the U.S., where the coldest day of the year has warmed by approximately 7°F since 1970. The briefing also notes significant regional anomalies, such as extreme warmth in Texas and heavy rainfall in southern California, while discussing the ongoing La Niña advisory and its expected impacts on weather patterns through early 2026.

The report identifies 5,500 hazardous facilities along US coastlines at risk of 100-year coastal flooding by 2100 under a high-emissions scenario (RCP 8.5). It highlights that marginalized populations—including renters, non-voters, and those in poverty—are 15-41% more likely to live within 1 kilometer of these sites. The risk is heavily concentrated, with nearly 80% of at-risk facilities located in seven states, and specific infrastructure like fossil fuel ports and terminals are particularly vulnerable, with over 40% expected to be at risk.

The report analyzes cost allocation strategies for distribution grid investments driven by the electrification of buildings and transportation and the growth of distributed energy resources. It compares three state-level approaches—Minnesota's standardized fees, Massachusetts's Proactive Hosting Capacity Fee, and New York's project-level justification—while outlining the trade-offs between uniform, incremental, traditional, and proactive cost allocation models.

The Vineyard Wind 1 project, the first commercial-scale offshore wind facility in the United States, utilized a proactive community engagement strategy and a negotiated Host Community Agreement (HCA) with the Town of Barnstable to secure necessary permits and reduce local opposition. Signed in 2018, the HCA provided $16 million in payments over 25 years, estimated property tax revenues of $20 million, and critical infrastructure support, including $3 million in savings for the town by coordinating the installation of transmission cables with the construction of a public sewer system. The agreement also addressed specific local concerns regarding groundwater contamination through substation design modifications and the provision of funds for external technical experts. Beyond the Barnstable HCA, Vineyard Wind implemented several other frameworks, including a Tribal Benefit Agreement with the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, a Good Neighbor Agreement with Nantucket, and a project labor agreement targeting diverse hiring. While the project successfully navigated a complex regulatory environment involving federal (BOEM, USACE) and state (EFSB, MEPA) agencies, the report notes that increasing political pushback against offshore wind in the region suggests that such frameworks must be tailored to specific community contexts rather than treated as a universal model.

The report examines community benefits frameworks (CBFs) across six completed U.S. transmission projects, finding that early, meaningful engagement and tailored benefits—such as infrastructure upgrades, land conservation, and co-ownership—are essential for reducing opposition and avoiding costly delays. It highlights that while financial compensation is common, non-monetary benefits and innovative financing models, including Tribal co-ownership and nonprofit partnerships, provide more sustainable value. The analysis warns that delayed engagement or narrow benefit distribution can lead to litigation and community friction, emphasizing the need for regulatory flexibility and the use of trusted local messengers to build trust.

The 2025 State Healthcare Policy Review tracks a national trend of state-level efforts to regulate private equity in healthcare. It categorizes legislative approaches into transparency and reporting, approval and enforcement authority, targeted prohibitions, and Corporate Practice of Medicine (CPOM) enforcement. The report details laws passed in states like Massachusetts, California, Indiana, Oregon, New Mexico, Washington, and Maine, while also tracking pending and failed legislation in other states.

The document argues that fusion energy is transitioning from laboratory research to commercial viability, with many U.S. startups projecting grid connection by the first half of the 2030s. It outlines how states can create competitive advantages by implementing specific regulatory reforms, such as becoming an NRC Agreement State to manage radiological licensing, and by adopting legislative tools like explicitly defining fusion as a clean energy source in state statutes. The brief also suggests financial mechanisms including state-level investment tax credits, the creation of dedicated fusion energy funds, and the repurposing of retired fossil fuel sites—termed "fusion brightfields"—to leverage existing grid infrastructure. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of developing specialized workforces and innovation hubs around universities and national laboratories to support the industry's growth.

The report outlines a comprehensive toolkit for U.S. states to decarbonize heavy industry, emphasizing a combination of financial incentives, demand-side market policies, and regulatory reforms. It identifies four critical subsectors—petroleum refining, chemicals, cement, and iron and steel—which together account for approximately 40 percent of U.S. industrial emissions. The guide details technology pathways including electrification, CCUS, and alternative production processes, while providing case studies from Missouri, Louisiana, and Colorado to illustrate effective state-level implementation of these strategies.

The report examines how private equity (PE) firms consolidate the ambulatory surgery center (ASC) market through leveraged buyouts and 'roll-up' strategies, often increasing prices by nearly 50% within five years. It details a 'second wave' of consolidation where corporate giants like UnitedHealth and non-profit systems like Ascension acquire these PE-built networks, potentially bypassing antitrust scrutiny. Case studies on AmSurg, Regent Surgical Health, and Surgery Partners illustrate risks including high debt burdens, operational opacity, and pressures on clinical staffing and revenue.

As federal support for carbon dioxide removal (CDR) faces rollbacks, U.S. states are positioned to advance direct air capture (DAC) by aligning specific technology types with local assets. The report identifies a diverse range of DAC technologies—from fully electric systems to those requiring high-temperature heat—and maps them to state-level opportunities. For example, California's geothermal resources and Texas's renewable curtailment and CO2 infrastructure offer distinct advantages. While some states like Washington and Texas are suited for large-scale sequestration, others like Massachusetts can serve as innovation hubs for waste-heat recovery and CO2 utilization. The document emphasizes that maximizing climate benefit requires pairing DAC with low-carbon energy to avoid eroding net removals.

The policy brief examines the misalignment between legacy gas utility energy efficiency programs and current state climate goals in the United States. It highlights how traditional cost-effectiveness tests often prioritize short-term gas appliance rebates over high-impact weatherization and electrification. Using examples from states like New York and Massachusetts, the document proposes six strategic reforms to redirect ratepayer funding toward long-term decarbonization and building efficiency.

The document examines the practice of gas line extension allowances, where the cost of connecting new buildings to the natural gas system is funded through the bills of existing customers. It argues that this model is failing as customers shift toward electric alternatives, creating a financial risk of stranded investments. Eight US states have already taken action to reduce or phase out these subsidies, which RMI estimates could save up to $750 million in annual utility costs across those states. Evidence from California and Colorado suggests that removing these subsidies encourages developers to choose all-electric options over gas.

The Private Equity Stakeholder Project (PESP) supports Massachusetts Senate Bill 868, which aims to prevent healthcare provider financial distress by prohibiting excessive leverage, debt-funded dividends, and certain real estate transactions. PESP argues that private equity ownership in the US healthcare sector has led to increased consolidation, service cuts, and high bankruptcy rates, citing the 2024 bankruptcy of Steward Health Care as a primary example of the risks posed to Massachusetts patients and workers.

The document analyzes how federal clean energy incentives have driven over $321 billion in investments across the U.S. between Q2 2022 and Q1 2025, highlighting that these investments are heavily concentrated in Southern and Western states and Republican-held congressional districts. It argues that rolling back these incentives would disproportionately harm these regions and jeopardize significant outstanding investments in states like Louisiana and North Dakota, as well as major projects in emerging hubs like Southern Arizona and the Southeast.

The US power sector is experiencing unprecedented load growth, requiring the grid to expand more than five times faster than in the previous two decades. To address this, the report recommends maximizing existing grid value through grid-enhancing technologies (GETs) and demand-side flexibility, accelerating connections via 'energy parks' and streamlined interconnection processes, and adopting proactive, scenario-based planning. It also suggests targeted affordability measures for low-income customers and specialized rate designs for large loads to prevent cost-shifting and stranded-asset risks.

Electric vehicle adoption is accelerating globally, with many markets passing critical tipping points. In the United States, the total cost of ownership for light-duty EVs is now lower than for gas-powered cars, despite a projected reduction in savings after September 30, 2025, due to the removal of the federal tax credit. Electric medium- and heavy-duty (MHD) trucks are trending toward cost parity with diesel, with some segments expected to reach it by 2028. Furthermore, advancements in battery recycling could potentially eliminate the need for additional mining by 2040 as minerals enter a circular supply chain.

The E-Bike Rebate Program Guidebook by RMI outlines a five-step process for establishing e-bike incentive programs: identifying goals, designing funding and incentive structures, partnering with bike shops, conducting community outreach, and managing program launch and evaluation. It emphasizes equity through income-tiered rebates and point-of-sale models, while highlighting the importance of supportive infrastructure and diverse funding sources such as general funds, grants, and utility partnerships.