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Welcome to our blog, where we share key developments in renewable energy along with insights, updates, and stories from our work at the intersection of research, design, and real-world impact. Whether you’re a researcher, policymaker, student, or community partner, we hope these posts keep you informed, spark conversation, and deepen your understanding of the evolving landscape of clean energy and climate solutions.

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From JLL Perspectives Podcast: Supporting Landowners as Renewable Energy Projects Expand

Apr 4, 20240 min read

Community Benefits Agreements Report

Community benefits agreements (CBAs) are contracts negotiated between developers and communities regarding commitments in exchange for local support of proposed projects. Though a relatively new tool, CBAs are gaining traction as a means of guaranteeing equitable benefits and mitigating negative impacts of developments, including renewable energy facilities. This report provides background on the legal history and rationale behind CBAs, case studies of their use for energy pr

Jan 28, 20241 min read

Community Benefits Agreements in Renewables: Insights from the Georgetown Capstone on Community Involvement on Renewable Energy Siting Processes

Original Authors: Maya Alcantara, Mia Astudillo, Solange Camacho, Nicolas Campos, Will Groshek, Van Murakmi, and Kelsey Naupari-Camacho Photo from https://www.georgetown.edu/news/georgetown-advances-commitment-to-sustainability-through-new-partnership-aimed-at-reducing-energy-consumption/ Shared with the MIT Renewable Energy Clinic by Raphael Tisch, Senior Project Analyst – U.S. Department of Energy Wind Energy Technologies Office Summary In the spring of 2023, a group of stu

Jan 17, 20244 min read

In a first, MIT trains students to resolve clean energy conflicts

Nov 1, 20230 min read

Exclusive: In a first, MIT trains students to resolve clean energy conflicts

Oct 30, 20230 min read

Bipartisan Policy Center: Empowering Communities while Streamlining Clean Infrastructure Permitting

Original Authors: Xan Fishman, John Jacobs, Owen Minott, Meron Tesfaye, and Andy Winkler Summary The Bipartisan Policy Center report explores options for reforming public engagement and increasing efficiency in the clean energy infrastructure permitting process. The report summarizes key takeaways from an April 2023 private workshop that brought together experts to discuss specific policy proposals. The goal was to identify areas of bipartisan interest rather than develop con

Oct 23, 20232 min read