GENERAL INFORMATION	REGISTRATION FEES	KEYNOTE/PLENARY SPEAKERS
CONFERENCE PROGRAM	HOTEL	PROGRAM COMMITTEE

GENERAL INFORMATION

Welcome to the SBCA Annual Conference, where benefit-cost analysis professionals from around the globe come together to share insights, explore innovative methodologies, and discuss the latest trends shaping the field. Join us for a dynamic program featuring a diverse range of presentations that cater to all aspects of benefit-cost analysis, ensuring you stay ahead with the newest research and emerging challenges. Beyond the sessions, you'll have ample opportunities to connect with fellow experts, researchers, and practitioners, fostering collaborations and expanding your professional network. Engage directly with the Society’s leadership during our annual membership meeting and contribute to the future direction of SBCA. Whether you're looking to enhance your expertise, build meaningful connections, or be part of a vibrant community, the SBCA Annual Conference is the perfect place to advance your professional goals and collaborate with peers in the field.

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REGISTRATION FEES


	Members			Non-Members
	Individuals	LMIC Residents*	Students	Individuals	LMIC Residents*	Students
On or BEFORE January 17, 2025	$395	$270	$135	$570	$320	$160
AFTER January 17, 2025	$565	$380	$190	$730	$430	$215

*Residence based on World Bank Classification

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS / PLENARY SESSIONS

More information coming soon!

CONFERENCE PROGRAM

The conference program will be available in late January/early February.

HOTEL INFORMATION

Hyatt Place Washington DC/Georgetown/West End
2121 M St NW
Washington, DC 20037

SBCA secured a discounted rate of $276/night + tax over the dates of the meeting a tthe Hyatt Place Washington DC/Georgetown/West End. This rate was available until Tuesday, February 11, 2025, or until the block sold out.

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SBCA 2025 Program Committee

Caroline Cecot (Chair), Aaron Kearsley, Arif Mamun, Brad Wong, Clark Nardinelli, Craig Thornton, Daniel Acland, Deborah Aiken, Eliane Catilina, Euston Quah, Felipe Vasquez Lavi, Glenn Blomquist, Henrik Anderson, Hua Wang, Jamie Leonard, Jiakun Zheng, Joe Devlin, Kristina Gogic, Kshama Harpankar, Lisa Robinson, Marc Jeuland, Martin Koning, Sandra Hoffman, Sandya Venugopal, and Vic Adamowitz.

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Upcoming Events

Wed Jan 15, 2025Benefit-Cost Analysis for Beginners

Category: SBCA Workshops

Wed Mar 12, 2025Benefit-Cost Analysis for U.S. Regulations (co‐sponsored by the Society for Risk Analysis)

Category: SBCA Workshops

Thu Nov 13, 2025Association for Public Policy and Management (APPAM) 2025 Fall Research Conference

Category: Other Events

Sat Jan 3, 2026ASSA 2026 Annual Meeting

Category: Other Events

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Announcements

Latest Blog Posts

In honor of Dr. Richard O. Zerbe, the Society for Benefit-Cost Analysis is publishing a highlight series celebrating his remarkable contributions to the field. As a founding member and past president of the Society, Dr. Zerbe’s work has shaped benefit-cost analysis (BCA) by advancing its theoretical and ethical frameworks and championing its integration into public policy and decision-making. His efforts have also expanded BCA’s role in addressing today’s complex societal needs. His influence has inspired generations of scholars and practitioners to view BCA not just as a tool for economic outcomes but as a means of promoting equity, social justice, and sustainability. Read more>>

Southern Economic Association

Attendees at the 94th Annual Meeting of the Southern Economic Association (November 23-25, 2024, in Washington, DC) had the opportunity to attend a number of SBCA-organized sessions. Many thanks to our session organizers: Lisa A. Robinson (Harvard University); W. Kip Viscusi (Vanderbilt University); Deborah Vaughn Aiken (U.S. Department of Transportation) and Eliane Catilina (U.S. Department of Transportation); and Don Kenkel (Cornell University). View sessions here.

JBCA Special Issue on Circular A-4 Comments

SBCA has been working closely with the Journal of Benefit-Cost Analysis (JBCA) on a special issue featuring comments on the Biden administration's revised Circular A-4. These comments, submitted by former SBCA presidents, will be compiled into a special issue of the JBCA expected next year.

While the special issue is still in progress—due to delays at Cambridge University Press—we are pleased to share these important papers in advance as working papers on the SBCA website. Each article includes both a prologue and epilogue alongside the original comments, reproduced as submitted. Please note that this collection is part of an ongoing JBCA project and will appear in a future issue, though we cannot yet confirm their "forthcoming" status.

Learn more here.

Members in the News

SBCA member Philippe Barla (Université Laval) recently produced a new cost-benefit analysis textbook in French that can be easily translated. This manual published under a CC.BY license is intended for people with basic knowledge of microeconomics and wishing to acquire the foundations of cost-benefit analysis (CBA). An English version can easily be obtained using Google translate. CBA corresponds to a set of practices derived from economic theory and aimed at evaluating the social profitability of a project or public policy. This decision-making tool is used by several international organizations as well as many governments. Learn more>>

Recent Job Postings

As a service to its members, SBCA publishes career listings on its website. Submit your opportunity>>