J Timmons Roberts

IBES Professor Timmons Roberts expressed support for a proposed bill that would hold fossil fuel companies financially responsible for their emissions.

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EcoRI News

The Usual Suspects When It Comes Climate Action Obstruction in Rhode Island

January 14, 2026

This opinion piece cites recent research from the IBES-based Climate and Development Lab, led by Professor Timmons Roberts.

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EcoRI News

Lobbyists’ Opposition to Climate Legislation Has Profound Effect, Brown University Report Finds

January 12, 2026

According to a new report from the IBES-based Climate and Development Lab, opposition to climate legislation from Rhode Island’s main utility company and business interests are slowing climate legislation in the state.

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Climate and Development Lab

Who’s Obstructing Climate Action in the Rhode Island Legislature?

January 6, 2026

Members of the IBES-based Climate and Development Lab found that Rhode Island Energy and the Public Utilities Commission are among the entities obstructing climate action in the state.

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News from IBES

IBES at COP30: Faculty examine wins, setbacks, and what comes next

December 11, 2025

Through on-the-ground interviews and new insights on misinformation, IBES faculty members Myles Lennon and Timmons Roberts uncovered what COP30 achieved—and what still stands in the way.

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