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This briefing from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute details the funding needs and impacts of three key state energy programs—the State Energy Program (SEP), Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP), and Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)—within the context of the proposed American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

A briefing explaining the fundamental mechanics, structure, and regulatory environment of the electric transmission grid, emphasizing its role in integrating clean energy and the need for future investment.

This fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) details the job creation potential and economic impacts of renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency (EE) sectors across the United States and internationally. It compares the employment capacity of green industries against fossil fuel and nuclear sectors and highlights the role of specific policy instruments, such as Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) and tax credits, in driving workforce growth.

This fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) examines the environmental and health impacts of school bus transportation, highlighting the benefits of buses over private vehicles and the specific dangers associated with diesel engine idling.

This 2008 fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) defines plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) and outlines their potential to reduce U.S. oil dependence and greenhouse gas emissions. It details different PEV types, the economic and environmental advantages of electrification, and the battery technology challenges facing manufacturers aiming for 2010 production targets.

This July 2008 fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) details the status of cellulosic biofuel production in the United States, highlighting the number of biorefineries in development, the technologies and feedstocks used, and the federal and state investments supporting the industry.

This fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) provides a comprehensive overview of employment data and projections across the renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency (EE) sectors, comparing them with traditional fossil fuel and nuclear energy industries at national, state, and international levels.

This fact sheet outlines three 2007 U.S. legislative proposals for green workforce development: the Green Jobs Act (H.R. 2847), the Green Jobs Energy Amendment (S.A. 1515), and the NEW ERA Act (H.R. 872). These bills focused on establishing training programs for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and bioenergy through the Departments of Labor, Energy, and Agriculture.

This briefing details the FY 2008 appropriations for the Department of Energy's (DOE) Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE/RE) programs, highlighting that both the House and Senate proposed funding levels significantly higher than the Administration's request.

This policy report by the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) provides recommendations for the 2007 Farm Bill to better integrate renewable energy production into US agriculture policy. The authors argue that agriculture policy should be viewed as energy policy to boost rural income, enhance national security, and mitigate climate change. The report identifies a significant gap between the authorization of energy programs in the 2002 Farm Bill and the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and the actual appropriations provided to implement them, calling for a transition toward a diversified agriculture portfolio that prioritizes sustainable biomass, local ownership of biorefineries, and expanded research and education.

The Environmental and Energy Study Institute and the National Plug-In Partners Campaign submitted comments to the DOE stating that the Draft PHEV R&D Plan is too conservative. They urge the DOE to accelerate battery development timelines to match industry progress (e.g., GM and Tesla), expand the scale of demonstration projects, and incorporate smart grid/V2G capabilities into the research scope.

A fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute detailing the costs, benefits, and federal funding mechanisms for hybrid-electric buses in the United States as of 2007.

This fact sheet summarizes the personal testimony provided by Dr. James E. Hansen on August 14, 2006, regarding climate change in the legal case of Association of International Automobile Manufacturers et. al. v. the Secretary of Vermont, Agency of Natural Resources et. al.

This 2006 fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute details the significant role of buildings in U.S. energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, the energy profile of federal buildings, and examples of energy-efficient building projects globally.

This fact sheet provides an overview of federal and state funding resources available to transit agencies, school bus fleets, and local communities in the United States for the purchase and deployment of cleaner, advanced bus technologies and related infrastructure.

This 2006 fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) examines technologies and maintenance practices to improve fuel efficiency in passenger vehicles and light trucks, noting a decline in average US fuel economy since 1987.

This 2006 fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) outlines the principles of whole building design and climate-responsive architecture to reduce energy consumption in homes and offices. It details specific design features—such as building placement, shell insulation, cool roofs, and efficient lighting—that lower utility costs and greenhouse gas emissions, while noting the challenges of retrofitting existing buildings and the financial barriers faced by low-income residents.

This 2006 fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute describes Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) technologies, including trough, power tower, and dish systems, detailing their operational mechanisms, costs, and potential for utility-scale electricity generation.

This 2006 fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute provides an overview of geothermal energy, detailing its capacity in the United States and globally, the technologies used for electricity and heating, and the associated environmental benefits and challenges.

This fact sheet from the Environmental and Energy Study Institute provides an overview of hydropower technology, its economic and environmental benefits, and the challenges associated with its implementation and operation in the United States.