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Program on Energy and Sustainable Development

Advancing policy-relevant research, teaching, and outreach on global energy markets and their impact on society and the environment.

What We Do

Research

We apply policy-relevance and economic rigor to address the impact of global energy markets on the environment and society.

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Teaching

We advise graduate students and teach courses for undergraduate and graduate students, policy makers, regulators, and industry practitioners.

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Outreach

We engage policy makers, regulators and practitioners on timely, policy-relevant topics via conferences, workshops, and other forums.

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In the Spotlight

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The Illusion of “Excess Capacity” in Kenya

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Stanford Impact Labs awards PESD stage one funding

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Congratulations to our Econ 156/256 EMG 2024 winners

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PESD Policy Engagement: Protecting Ratepayers in a High-Renewables Future

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Better battery strategy in emerging markets

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Stanford students manage simulated electricity companies for fun and profit

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