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  • Crown of the Continent and Climate Change

    Crown of the Continent and Climate Change

    Ray Rasker, Ph.D.

    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. Read more

  • Yellowstone River Atlas

    Yellowstone River Atlas

    Patricia Hernandez

    This site documents the economic and demographic conditions of counties bordering the Yellowstone River, and displays maps showing past, current, and forecasted residential development along the river. Read more

  • The Siskiyou Region: Demographic, Economic, and Fiscal Fundamentals

    The Siskiyou Region: Demographic, Economic, and Fiscal Fundamentals

    Ben Alexander

    The Siskiyou region is undergoing a significant economic transition. This report examines the region, counties within the region, and industry-level details. Read more

  • Energy Development and the Changing Economy of the West-report summary

    Energy Development and the Changing Economy of the West-report summary

    Ben Alexander

    This study examines how the West has changed, the rising importance of environmental amenities, and the relative role of energy development in the economy of western states. Read more

  • Potential Impacts of Energy Development in New Mexico, with a Case Study of Otero County

    Potential Impacts of Energy Development in New Mexico, with a Case Study of Otero County

    Ben Alexander

    This report analyzes the economic and fiscal contribution of the oil and natural gas industries in New Mexico along with a case study of proposed energy development on Otero Mesa. Read more

  • The Economic Benefits of Southern New Mexico’s Natural Assets

    The Economic Benefits of Southern New Mexico’s Natural Assets

    Chris Mehl

    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. Read more

  • Potential Impacts of Energy Development in Montana, with a Case Study of the Powder River Basin

    Potential Impacts of Energy Development in Montana, with a Case Study of the Powder River Basin

    Ben Alexander

    This report focuses on the economic and fiscal contributions of the oil and natural gas industries in Montana, including a case study of the Powder River Basin. Read more

  • Impacts of Energy Development in Wyoming, with a Case Study of Sweetwater County

    Ben Alexander

    This report studies the significance of fossil fuel development in Wyoming, with a case study of the energy-focused county of Sweetwater County. Read more

  • Fiscal Impact of the Montana Legacy Project

    Fiscal Impact of the Montana Legacy Project

    Mark Haggerty

    These studies review the fiscal impact on Mineral and Lake counties of the Montana Legacy Project. Read more

  • Impacts of Energy Development in Colorado, with a Case Study of Mesa and Garfield Counties

    Ben Alexander

    This report explores the significance of fossil fuel energy development for Colorado with a case study of the implications for the West Slope economy. Read more

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