Reports Research (32)
Implementing Climate Change Adaptation: Lessons Learned From Ten Examples
This paper presents ten examples of cities and counties around the country and the key lessons learned in the process of moving from planning to implementation on climate change adaptation.
Western Counties and the Recession
This study provides a number of lessons as the West slowly recovers from the recent recession about why some local economies performed better than others.
Carey, Idaho and Economic Recovery
This report summarizes interviews with local government and business leaders on obstacles to and opportunities for local economic recovery in Carey, Idaho from the latest recession.
The Economic Value of Public Lands Around Grand County, Utah
This report analyzes the economic value of public lands in Grand County, Utah.
Missoula County Homes at Risk in Flood and Wildfire Areas
These two slideshows use Missoula County and Western Montana to show how many homes have been built in flood and wildfire hazard areas, which are vulnerable to larger and more frequent floods and fires.
Crown of the Continent and Climate Change
This report studies the possible effects of climate change in the Crown of the Continent on two “snow-pack” dependent sectors of the economy–downhill skiing and recreational fishing.
The Value of Protected Lands
This page contains regional reports, case studies, tools, a library of additional research, and related news articles that Headwaters Economics has completed concerning the value of western protected public lands.
Improving Deschutes County’s Competitiveness
The report analyzes the economic and fiscal challenges facing Deschutes County and provides recommendations to improve economic prospects.
Clearwater Basin Collaborative
The Clearwater Basin Collaborative is a diverse group of regional interests working together to craft a plan for the protection, use, and management of national forest land within the Clearwater Basin in Idaho.
The Economic Benefits of Southern New Mexico’s Natural Assets
This report examines how investments in conservation and restoration provide both an immediate return through employment and revenue and help promote long-term economic growth that extends far beyond tourism.
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