About EESI

The Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) is a non-profit organization established in 1984 by a bipartisan, bicameral group of members of Congress to provide timely information and develop innovative policy solutions that set us on a cleaner, more secure and sustainable energy path. EESI accomplishes these objectives in three ways:

Policymaker Education: Probably best known for our well-attended and highly respected Congressional briefings, EESI provides policymakers with trusted, balanced information on climate change science, energy technologies and policy options. Through fact sheets, policy papers, three highly acclaimed e-newsletters and more, we provide a wealth of relevant information in user-friendly formats, making it more likely that critical data is utilized in decision making.

Networking & Coalition Building: EESI brings the perspectives and needs of a broad and diverse group of stakeholders to the attention of Members of Congress. We add value to the policy debate as a convener, framer, integrator, and synthesizer of issues, interests, ideas and solutions; EESI plays a leadership role in numerous coalitions. By sustaining these valuable relationships, we improve communication among stakeholders and between stakeholders and their representatives in Washington, providing an avenue for their participation in national policy development.

Policy Development: Due to EESI's respected knowledge and experience, we are an effective catalyst in the policy development and implementation process. Whether creating jobs, improving national security, revitalizing rural economies, improving U.S. competitiveness, or reducing carbon emissions, EESI offers Congressional offices “win-win” policy options to shift the country toward clean sustainable energy while accomplishing their goals.

EESI is governed by a diverse Board of Directors made up of environmental, business and academic leaders and has a multidisciplinary professional staff.

The work of EESI would not be possible without the generous support of numerous individuals, foundations, and businesses. EESI is deeply grateful to all those who support our work, including numerous foundations that sponsor specific programs or projects; individuals who give to EESI through Earth Share as part of their workplace giving campaigns; federal employees and members of the military who give through the Combined Federal Campaign (our CFC number is 10627); and many others who share our passion for providing timely information and developing innovative policy solutions that set us on a cleaner, more secure, and sustainable energy path.

EESI is particularly grateful to the individuals, businesses, family foundations, and others who provide general support to the organization as part of the EESI Associates program, giving $1,000 or more annually. General support allows EESI to respond to emerging issues quickly and efficiently.

EESI is proud to have been designated by the nation’s premiere charity evaluator, Charity Navigator, as a Four Star Charity (the highest possible rating) for three straight years. Charity Navigator evaluates nonprofits based on their financial health, efficiency, and capacity. Charity Navigator says that a Four Star rating indicates that means that the charity is “exceptional” and “exceeds industry standards and outperforms most charities in its Cause." EESI is also proud to have received several glowing reviews on Great Nonprofits, a site that allows users to write reviews and rate their experiences with nonprofits. Please click here to find out how you can support EESI’s work.