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Renewables

Benefits of Renewable Energy in the West Vary Widely

November 2014

The West is rich in renewable energy opportunities, but research demonstrates that property tax revenues from this development vary widely across 17 rural study counties due to state tax policies.

The Proposed SunZia Transmission Line: A Guide for Decision Makers

June 2012

power line and wires

This report analyzes the proposed SunZia transmission line, finding that the project, as currently configured, depends on its ability to export renewable energy from New Mexico to markets in Arizona and California.

Green Jobs Metrics

June 2012

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This research summary offers an overview of efforts to quantify the national green economy in terms of job creation from several perspectives.

Clean Energy Transmission

February 2012

Headwaters Economics analyzed transmission infrastructure issues from the perspective of regional economic development, and other topics most relevant to local and state decision makers.

Clean Energy Leadership in the Rockies: Competitive Positioning in the Emerging Green Economy

June 2010

The Clean Energy report compares how Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming are taking advantage of clean energy and energy efficiency opportunities to create green jobs.

Press Release: Clean Energy in the Rockies Report Released

October 2009

Study Shows Which States Are Attracting Jobs, Businesses, and Investment; Five Key Steps to Future Growth

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