Electricity
Managing Risks in an Era of Surging Distribution Costs
Regulators and advocates can use cost allocation and recovery guardrails to manage ratepayer risk as distribution costs rise.
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Transportation
Reality Check: More EVs Could Mean Lower Energy Bills
Electric vehicles can serve as a valuable grid resource. Here are two solutions to incorporate them effectively.
Transportation
Planning Ahead for EV-Ready Grids Without Leaving Ratepayers Behind
As electricity demand grows, customer costs will depend on how utilities plan and time grid investments, and how regulators manage the risks.
Transportation
Understanding the Grid Impacts of Electric Vehicle Adoption
New forecasting tools can help predict where, when, and how EVs will charge.
Industry
Mobilizing Private Capital to Reduce Methane Emissions from Waste in Emerging Markets
RMI identifies top waste methane investment hubs in emerging markets to scale proven technologies and unlock climate finance.
General
Driving Electric: Designing EV Carshare to Expand Access to Affordable, Reliable, Clean Transportation
As demand for affordable, reliable, clean transportation continues to grow, cities are looking to complement existing transportation offerings with more flexible alternatives. An emerging mobility solution, electric vehicle (EV) carshare, provides flexible, short-term access to…
Islands
As Islands Grapple with Spiking Fuel Costs, Renewables Offer a More Secure and Affordable Option
According to the EIA's latest Energy Outlook, island fuel oil costs spiked 33% in one year. However, solar, wind, and geothermal costs remained low and continue to fall.
Transportation
How Weather Changes EV Charging Demand
RMI’s GridUp EV load forecasting tool now includes seasonal changes, helping utilities and regulators make prudent investments in grid infrastructure.
General
From Energy Scarcity to Systems Change: Why Richard Kidd Gives to RMI
How one donor’s experience shaped his belief in RMI’s impact…
