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Research on the history and context of county payments which play an important role in many rural communities–influencing public lands management, economic development, and funding for local schools, roads, and public safety. Read more
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The report analyzes the economic and fiscal challenges facing Deschutes County and provides recommendations to improve economic prospects. Read more
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This report discusses the supply-side orientation of U.S. energy policy, and reviews existing data that describe available reserves, pricing structures, and patterns of consumption and demand. Read more
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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. Read more
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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
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These studies review the fiscal impact on Mineral and Lake counties of the Montana Legacy Project. Read more
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Headwaters Economics held a public workshop for the Sequoia National Forest and the public. Read more
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This report, a first step toward understanding how paving rural roads impacts land use, reviewed eight projects in western Montana Read more
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This report explores the question of whether and how rural, isolated communities can benefit from being gateways to large expanses of public lands. Read more
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This report explores whether and how designation of the Badlands as Wilderness would benefit the communities and economy of Central Oregon, including Deschutes, Crook and Jefferson counties. Read more
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This study reviews the possible impacts of the Northeast Washington Forestry Coalition’s “Blueprint” proposal for managing National Forest lands in the region. Read more
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The workshop involved the public in developing a new Forest Plan in light of the socioeconomic situation of the area and how it has changed since the last Forest Plan was adopted. Read more
