Should Tips Be Exempt From Taxes?
Both presidential candidates have endorsed a policy of no tax on tips. But would this approach really help the low-income…
November 4, 2024 3333 Results
The Struggle for a Just Energy Transition in a Turbulent World Order
A globally equitable energy transition that addresses social and economic disparities may seem unlikely at the moment, but…
November 1, 2024 
Weigh the Pros and Cons of Texas Grid Integration
Recently proposed federal legislation would require the Texas electrical grid to connect to the Eastern and Western…
November 1, 2024 
Election 2024: Policy Playbook | Center for Health Policy | Science and Technology Policy | Policy Brief
Restore Vaccine Confidence for US Public and Economic Health Vaccines are a valuable, cost-effective public health tool to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. It is vital that…
November 1, 2024 
roadsTaken: A History of Highway Displacement in Houston
The “roadsTaken” mapping project was created by Matt Drwenski of the Baker Institute Center for Energy Studies and Uilvim…
October 31, 2024 
Nonprofit Hospitals and Medical Debt in Texas
Texas hospitals perform more reduced-cost care charity care than most of in the country, yet many eligible patients miss out…
October 31, 2024 
Linking Europe and Asia for the Future: Time for the JUKE Grouping of Japan, United States, Korea, and the EU?
Developing global partnerships could provide essential research and funding for nuclear energy and the energy transition. In…
October 31, 2024 
Build Global Partnerships in Space for Lasting Peace and Security
In order to safeguard the peaceful use of outer space — and protect sustain U.S. leadership in this domain — a modern treaty…
October 30, 2024 
Election 2024: Policy Playbook | Center for Energy Studies | Latin American Energy | Latin America Initiative | Policy Brief
Latin America’s Hydrocarbon Production Is Key to Global Energy Security Geopolitical risks in Russia/Ukraine and Middle East have increased the importance of Latin America’s hydrocarbon reserves…
October 29, 2024 
Evaluate China’s Economic Policies and Their Impact on US Security
To continue competing with one of America’s largest trading partners, the new U.S. administration must monitor the Chinese…
October 29, 2024