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This fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute describes the role of lithium in the energy transition, its global supply chain, extraction methods, and the environmental and social impacts associated with its production.

This fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute describes the role of cobalt as a critical mineral for the clean energy transition, detailing its applications in lithium-ion batteries, global distribution of reserves and production, and the significant human rights and environmental impacts associated with its extraction, particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) analyzed 393 environmental and energy-related bills introduced between January and March 2026 to identify trends in bipartisanship. The report finds that 45% of these bills were bipartisan, with higher success rates for advancing through the legislative process compared to non-bipartisan bills. Bipartisan consensus is strongest in areas with concrete economic focuses or specific, narrow scopes—such as oceans, biodiversity, and disaster management—particularly when the legislation avoids explicit climate change terminology.

This report by the Environmental and Energy Study Institute examines reconductoring—the process of replacing existing electrical transmission cables with advanced conductors—as a rapid and cost-effective method to increase the capacity of the U.S. energy grid. The author argues that reconductoring can bypass lengthy permitting processes, reduce energy costs, and support the transition to clean energy by enabling the connection of stalled renewable projects and meeting rising electricity demands from electric vehicles and data centers.

This research paper by the Environmental and Energy Study Institute examines how the United States can reduce its heavy reliance on critical mineral imports through circular economy strategies, specifically focusing on recycling and secondary recovery from waste streams like acid mine drainage and phosphate fertilizer byproducts.

This briefing by the Environmental and Energy Study Institute describes the critical mineral supply chain and the United States' efforts to secure domestic sources for its clean energy transition. It details the stages of the supply chain, the U.S.'s high reliance on imports, the environmental and social impacts of mining, and the legislative and executive actions taken to promote onshoring and secondary recovery.

This fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) provides a comprehensive overview of global warming and climate change, explaining their causes, impacts on health and environment, and the strategies used for mitigation and adaptation. It details the role of greenhouse gases, the specific contributions of the livestock sector, and the current state of climate action within the United States and through United Nations frameworks.

This Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) briefing examines the role of rail in the United States transportation sector, focusing on its potential for decarbonization and the impact of federal infrastructure investments ahead of the next surface transportation reauthorization bill.

This Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) briefing discusses the role of federal programs and research in advancing public transit in the United States, emphasizing the economic returns of transit investments and their impact on community resilience and emissions reduction.

This EESI briefing highlights the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on U.S. clean manufacturing, noting over $123 billion in investments across 100+ facilities and the projected creation of 67,000 rural jobs. It outlines a panel discussion on domestic supply chains, community economic benefits, and industrial electrification.

The provided document is a public disclosure copy of the 2024 IRS Form 990 and associated schedules for the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. It details the organization's financial status, governance, and program accomplishments for the 2024 calendar year, including its mission to provide science-based information on climate and energy to policymakers.

This document is a section of the Congressional Record from December 20, 2024, containing several Senate statements. One statement by Senator Van Hollen commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI), highlighting its role in providing nonpartisan, science-based information to Congress on energy, environment, and climate issues.

This research paper analyzes transportation investments under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), highlighting the tension between funding for public transit and the continued prioritization of personal vehicle infrastructure.

This document is a glossary of terms used in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) negotiations and related activities, compiled by the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) using definitions from the UNFCCC and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD).

This document consists of several 'Extensions of Remarks' from the Congressional Record dated October 11, 2024. One specific section features a statement by Representative Emanuel Cleaver of Missouri recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI), detailing its history as a nonpartisan resource for policymakers on climate, clean energy, and environmental issues.

A statement by Representative Chrissy Houlahan in the Congressional Record recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) and its role in providing nonpartisan, science-based educational resources to Congress on climate and energy topics.

This document consists of Extensions of Remarks from the Congressional Record dated September 17, 2024, containing three separate statements by members of the House of Representatives. One statement introduces a resolution for 'Smedical Research Week, another recognizes the 40th anniversary of the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI), and the third honors Cy-Fair Fire Department Chief Amy Ramon.

This briefing by the Environmental and Energy Study Institute examines the prevalence, health impacts, and regulatory landscape of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the United States as of 2024. It details the contamination of drinking water and soil, the associated cancer and endocrine risks, and the multi-level government efforts—including the EPA's 2024 National Primary Drinking Water Regulation—to mitigate these 'forever chemicals'.

This briefing from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) provides a legislative side-by-side comparison between current law, the House Agriculture Committee's amended text (May 2024), and the pending Senate version of the Farm Bill regarding the Community Wood Grant Program. The program, managed by the USDA Forest Service, funds community-led thermal wood energy systems and innovative wood product manufacturing facilities.

This briefing by the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) provides a side-by-side comparison of current law and the House version of the Farm Bill regarding the USDA Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production (UAIP). It details the office's mission to support urban and indoor farming, its climate-related benefits, and proposed legislative changes to its funding, grant eligibility, and pilot project scopes.