Policy Briefs

 

IGS policy briefs translate Boston University research into concise, accessible insights for policymakers, practitioners, and other decision-makers. Drawing on research from across BU, these briefs highlight key findings, explore their relevance to current policy and practice, and identify considerations for addressing pressing climate and sustainability challenges.

Explore our policy briefs below to discover more.

Native Advertising Disinformation Can Be Mitigated by Citing Regulatory Sanctions (PDF)
Including Equity in City Heat Resilience Planning Varies by City Size (PDF)
Beyond Energy Bills: Mass Save has Generated $407 Million in Health Benefits (PDF)
CELT Energy Explorer: Tracking Massachusetts’ Energy Transition Data (PDF)
A map of Massachusetts. CELT Energy Transition Atlas: A Tool for Advancing Clean Energy Projects Across Massachusetts (PDF)
Wind turbines and solar panels. Energy Storage Innovations to Unlock More Renewable Energy and Cleaner Transportation across Massachusetts (PDF)
Closeup of solar panel. Renewable Energy is More Beneficial for Climate and Health than Direct Air Capture of Carbon Dioxide (PDF)
Dense green forest. Understanding Climate Change across All Seasons Can Inform Forest Carbon Storage Estimates (PDF)
Tree canopy from worms-eye view. Cooling through Roofs and Trees: A New Framework to Help Cities Target Extreme Heat Interventions (PDF)
An empty school classroom. New Method for Estimating School Ventilation Could Inform Classroom Air Quality Improvements (PDF)
Children raising hands at school. Local Regulations, Community Science, and Increased Capacity Can Improve Classroom Air Quality (PDF)
Justice in Renewable Energy Supply Chains (PDF)