Overview
RAND Europe is an independent, not-for-profit policy research organisation that aims to improve policy and decision-making through rigorous research and analysis. It functions as the European arm of RAND, a global policy think tank established decades ago, with legal entities in the United Kingdom, European Union and the Netherlands. RAND Europe conducts evidence-based research to support informed decisions by governments, institutions and other stakeholders.
Mission and focus areas
RAND Europe’s core mission is to provide objective research and analysis that helps improve policy and decision-making across diverse issues. Its work spans defence, security and justice; health and care; education, employment and skills; and science and emerging technology, among other thematic areas. The organisation uses evidence-based approaches to equip decision-makers with insights on complex challenges, including environmental sustainability and socio-economic implications of climate change. While not focused exclusively on sustainable finance or ESG integration, RAND Europe’s research on policy and decision-making often intersects with environmental and societal sustainability topics, supporting a broader understanding of systemic impacts.
Structure and governance
RAND Europe operates through several legal entities, including RAND Europe (UK) CIC, RAND Europe (EU) AISBL and Stichting RAND Europe NL, reflecting its multi-jurisdictional governance. It is led by senior research and executive personnel and works collaboratively with public sector, private sector and third-sector partners. The organisation’s governance framework supports independent, non-partisan research and ensures methodological rigour across its projects. It leverages interdisciplinary teams to address policy questions and disseminates findings widely.
Programs and offerings
RAND Europe delivers a broad portfolio of research outputs, including detailed reports, project summaries, expert commentary and events. Its research collections cover topics such as big data and public policy, health systems analysis, open science and occupational safety. The organisation also houses centres and programmes that focus on specific analytical methodologies and emerging policy challenges, offering resources that help inform European policy debates. RAND Europe’s work is valued for its objective, data-driven insights and relevance to decision-makers in government and beyond.
Our mission
We believe that good decisions rely on good evidence. By championing rigorous analysis and objective research, guided by our core values, RAND Europe helps policymakers and leaders make choices that deliver the greatest public benefit—especially in times of fast-changing priorities and polarised debates.
