The Steyer-Taylor Center for Energy Policy & Finance explores and advances public policies and financial mechanisms leading to an energy future that protects the environment in an economically sensible way. Specifically, the center aims to: • Design and execute a suite of research projects demonstrating how to enable an environmentally and economically secure energy future. • Advance knowledge and discourse by publishing the results of this research in high-impact articles in both academic and popular media. • Expand and support the unique intellectual and entrepreneurial talents of Stanford faculty and students committed to energy policy and finance. • Provide critical expertise to policymakers, financiers, investors and consumers on energy policy and finance proposals.