Resources for the Future is an American nonprofit organization that conducts independent research into environmental, energy, and natural resource issues, primarily via economics and other social sciences.

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Resources for the Future

Resources for the Future's headquarters in Washington, DC, United States

Billy Pizer

Kristin Hayes

Ryan Sabot Cfre

Andreea Culian

Asia Woods

Alexandre Bema Koutta

Kristina Gawrgy

Carlos Martín

Tommy Wrenn

Jonathan Silver

Barbara Kates-Garnick

Mary Landrieu

Catherine Kling

Peter Kagan

Vicky A. Bailey

James Asselstine

James L. Connaughton

Robert Stavins

W. Bowman Cutter

Elaine Dorward-King

Susan Tierney

R. Glenn Hubbard

Richard Schmalensee

Kyung-Ah Park

Jeff Luse

Ramya Swaminathan

Jonathan Garfinkel

William Pate

Catherine Wolfram

H. Russell Frisby Jr.

Janet F. Clark

Paula Glover

The Research Team at Resources for the Future conducts rigorous, independent research on environmental, energy, and natural resource issues. Leveraging expertise in economics and social sciences, team members analyze data, evaluate policies, and publish findings to inform and influence public and private sector decisions.

Research Team

The team of Directors at Resources for the Future provides strategic leadership and guidance, ensuring that the organization's research aligns with its mission to address environmental, energy, and natural resource issues through rigorous economic and social science analysis. Each Director oversees specific areas, including corporate engagement, editorial direction, and human resources, to drive impactful initiatives and foster a collaborative environment.

Director Positions

The Communications and Media Team at Resources for the Future is responsible for enhancing the organization's visibility and impact by managing public relations, digital media, and marketing efforts. They develop strategic communication plans, create engaging content, and collaborate with the media to disseminate research findings to a broader audience, ensuring that the organization's work on environmental, energy, and natural resource issues reaches policymakers, stakeholders, and the general public.

Communications and Media Team

The Development Team at Resources for the Future focuses on cultivating and managing relationships with donors, crafting fundraising strategies, and securing financial support to sustain and enhance the organization's research initiatives. This team is pivotal in aligning development efforts with institutional goals and communicating the impact of RFF's work to stakeholders.

Development Team

The Leadership Team at Resources for the Future is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the organization, overseeing financial planning and development initiatives, and guiding research and policy engagement efforts. This team collaborates to ensure the organization effectively addresses key environmental, energy, and resource challenges through rigorous research and impactful institutional strategies.

Leadership Team

The Events and Engagement team at Resources for the Future coordinates and manages events, meetings, and strategic initiatives to foster government and stakeholder engagement. They ensure effective communication and collaboration among researchers, policymakers, and the public to advance the organization's mission on environmental and resource issues.

Events and Engagement

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