American Enterprise Institute
The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) is a leading public policy think tank dedicated to research on the global economy, U.S. foreign policy, national security, and domestic political and social issues. AEI scholars publish books, policy articles, and media analyses that examine climate-related policies from a market-oriented perspective, providing actionable insights for policymakers and the public. The institute also organizes conferences, roundtables, and expert panels, bringing together thought leaders to explore climate science, economic policy, and social issues, influencing public debate and government decision-making. AEI’s experts provide research and analysis across economics, education, healthcare, poverty, defense, politics, and culture, making it a central hub for evidence-based policy solutions.
Associated People
2011 - present
1999 - present
2009 - 2019
2005 - 2017
2004 - 2015
The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public policy think tank that promotes conservative and classical liberal ideas while maintaining institutional neutrality.
AEI is dedicated to advancing principles such as free markets, limited government, economic growth, and individual rights.
While the institute values academic independence, it has faced scrutiny for its positions on environmental and foreign policy issues.
AEI actively contributes to public discourse on climate policy, frequently critiquing regulatory proposals from government agencies and NGOs.
CORE RESEARCH AREAS
Economic & Fiscal Policy – Research on U.S. economic growth, tax and budget policy, labor markets, retirement and Social Security, monetary policy, inequality, infrastructure, and global trade.
Foreign & Defense Policy – Analysis of national security, military strategy, terrorism, cyber threats, global alliances, and economic statecraft.
Healthcare Policy – Market-driven approaches to improving cost, quality, access, and medical innovation.
Education & Poverty Issues – Policy solutions for early childhood, K–12, and higher education with a focus on school choice, accountability, and technology integration.
Politics & Public Opinion – Studies on voter trends, elections, democratic institutions, and public attitudes toward policy.
Technology & Innovation – Policy Insights on digital platforms, internet regulation, intellectual property, telecom, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and broadband expansion.