In its 2015 budget plan, the Obama Administration revisited proposals of alternative metallic materials aiming to reduce the production costs for U.S. coinage. This report uses official data to quantify the costs and benefits of changing the materials of construction to produce U.S. nickels,...

Cities are the engines of economic growth in the United States. Our cities thrive on innovation, expansion of small business enterprises, and entrepreneurship. The success and failures of cities, small businesses, and entrepreneurs will depend heavily on efficient regulations and rules that...

The applications of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) are rapidly increasing across sectors. As an innovative industry, the GNSS industry directly affects economic activities and economic growth worldwide. During the past several decades, GNSS technology has transformed American...

Intellectual property rights and innovation are primary drivers of job creation and American economic growth. IP-intensive industries — such as life sciences, software, and aerospace — are succeeding globally, driving innovation, and investing heavily in research and development; this in...

The advent of the Global Positioning System and its subsequent commercialization has delivered enormous benefits to the U.S. economy. Productivity gains, input cost reductions, time savings, and environmental, health, and safety benefits are among the various fruits of GPS commercialization

Intellectual property is a proven driver of U.S. economic growth. This report captures the total economic benefits of IP-intensive companies to 50 states and the District of Columbia. The state-by-state fact sheets show the economic impact on employment, exports, output, and wages impacts

This study estimates the economic contributions of the land title industry to the U.S. economy and examines the vital role title and escrow services play in supporting the American property system. The report then assesses the negative effects of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's...

Innovation is a key determinant of the global competitiveness of American businesses. IP-intensive companies contribute substantially to U.S. output and employment and generate a large number of well-paying jobs. The innovation emanating from these companies is a key driver of sustained...

China's rapid industrial growth in the past three decades — averaging nearly 12% per year — has fueled a surging demand for energy. China's demand for energy continues to grow and is expected to account for a quarter of global energy consumption by 2035

Private sector colleges and universities play a vital role in the labor market, global competitiveness, and ultimately growth of the U.S. economy. By providing applicable, market-based skills and education, private sector schools enable their graduates to find better jobs and earn higher incomes...