Noah Kaufman

Dr. Noah Kaufman serves as Senior Research Scholar at Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy within the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA). An economist with extensive public and private sector experience, he previously held roles as Senior Economist at the Council of Economic Advisers under President Biden and Deputy Associate Director of Energy & Climate Change at the White House Council on Environmental Quality under President Obama.

Education:

• BS in Economics, Duke University
• PhD in Economics, University of Texas at Austin
• MS in Economics, University of Texas at Austin

Research Focus: Dr. Kaufman specializes in climate change policy, energy economics, and carbon pricing mechanisms. His work examines economic impacts of climate policies, long-term decarbonization strategies, and financial dynamics of the energy transition, with particular emphasis on North American markets and fossil fuel-dependent communities. Current projects address regulatory frameworks for clean energy adoption and economic resilience in transitioning regions.

Publication Trends: Recent 2025 analyses focus on U.S. federal policy impacts including tax legislation, budget proposals, and regulatory rollbacks. His work consistently explores power market volatility, carbon policy design, and community transition challenges in fossil fuel regions, demonstrating expertise in translating complex economic models into actionable climate policy recommendations.

Professional Engagement: Dr. Kaufman co-leads the Resilient Energy Economies (REE) initiative—a collaboration between CGEP, Resources for the Future, and academic partners—developing frameworks to support economically vulnerable communities during energy transitions. His policy analysis regularly informs congressional testimony and international climate negotiations.