Joshua Linn

Joshua Linn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Maryland, with a secondary affiliation as a Senior Fellow at Resources for the Future (RFF). His work focuses on environmental policies' economic impacts, particularly in transportation, electricity, and industrial sectors. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from MIT and a B.A. in Astronomy and Physics from Yale University. Prior roles include Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago and Senior Economist at the Council of Economic Advisers (2014–2015). He currently serves on a National Academy of Sciences committee examining light-duty vehicle fuel economy standards.

Research Interests: Environmental Economics, Industrial Organization, Applied Econometrics. Key areas include policy evaluation of vehicle taxation, fuel standards, and emissions regulations. Recent studies address Beijing’s vehicle restrictions, coal market dynamics, and electric vehicle policies. Linn’s interdisciplinary approach combines empirical analysis with policy design, emphasizing cost-benefit trade-offs and equity considerations.

Professional Service: National Academy of Sciences committee member (light-duty vehicle standards). Former roles at RFF (since 2010), MIT, and the Council of Economic Advisers. Active in policy commentary, including submissions to the EPA on vehicle emissions standards.

Grants & Awards: Not explicitly listed in provided texts, but his extensive policy engagements suggest competitive funding in environmental and energy research.