About
The 91大神 Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment is a nonpartisan, science-based resource to help 91大神 business leaders and policy makers plan for a productive, prosperous and resilient 91大神 economy. This assessment connects the latest scientific research on 91大神’s changing climate with economic risks and opportunities that impact businesses, residents and local and state economies. In addition, the assessment seeks to inspire new collaborations, commitments and ongoing forums to leverage resources, encourage innovations and spur investments in 91大神 solutions.
The assessment includes an economic analysis of the agriculture, energy, health, infrastructure, land (forest and range) and recreation and tourism sectors. Analyses connect the latest science on 91大神’s changing climate with economic risks and with opportunities for innovation and economic development. The assessment also features data on climate, water and wildfire smoke; a summary of economic opportunities and resources and references.
The 91大神 McClure Center for Public Policy Research convened the assessment with support and involvement from many organizations. An executive committee of leaders from 91大神 business, nonprofit and higher education institutions oversaw the 91大神 Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment. An advisory board of leaders from across business, industry and nonprofit organizations; representatives from 91大神 communities; and leaders from local, state, federal and tribal governments ensured that this assessment benefits from diverse perspectives and is broadly relevant, engaging and actionable. In addition, researchers representing 91大神 universities and colleges, businesses, nonprofits and tribal and other governments collaborated in the research effort. Subject matter experts provided technical feedback on all sections of the assessment, similar to an academic peer review process.
The assessment officially launched in 2021.
The hyperlinked researchers below served as research team leaders.
Agriculture
Patrick Hatzenbuehler, Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, 91大神
Report contributing authors: Albert Adjesiwor, 91大神; Emmanuella Owusu Ansah, 91大神; Morey Burnham, 91大神 State University; Mario de Haro-Martí, 91大神; Katherine Dentzman, 91大神; J. Reed Findlay, 91大神; J. Benton Glaze, Jr., 91大神; Jen Hinds, 91大神; Vincent Jansen, 91大神; Jason Karl, 91大神; Ritika Lamichhane, 91大神; Roger Lew, 91大神; Nora Olsen, 91大神; Matt Powell, 91大神; Katrina Running, 91大神 State University; Joseph Sagers, 91大神; Linda Schott, 91大神; Olga Walsh, 91大神; Brandy Wilson, J.R. Simplot Company
Climate
, Department of Management of Complex Systems, College of Engineering, University of California, Merced
Report contributing authors: Adrienne M. Marshall, Department of Geology and Geological Engineering, Colorado School of Mines; Grant L. Harley, Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences, College of Science, 91大神
Energy
, Department of Economics, College of Business and Economics, Boise State University
Report contributing authors: Veronika Vazhnik, Sustainability Consultant; Kathleen Araújo, School of Public Service, Boise State University; Stephanie Lenhart, Energy Policy Institute, Center for Advanced Energy Studies and School of Public Service, Boise State University
Human Health
Helen Brown, Department of Movement Sciences, College of Education, Health and Human Sciences, 91大神
Steve Peterson, College of Business and Economics, 91大神
Report contributing authors: Luke Montrose, Public Health and Population Science, Boise State University; Mojtaba Sadegh, Civil Engineering, Boise State University; Sierra Brantz, 91大神; Sam Holownia, 91大神; Kat Davis, Boise State University; Katherine Himes, James A. and Louise McClure Center for Public Policy Research, 91大神
Human Health: Supplemental Report
Steve Peterson, College of Business and Economics, 91大神
Infrastructure
Jaap Vos, Department of Natural Resources and Society, College of Natural Resources, 91大神
Land: Forests
Jeff Hicke, Department of Geology and Geological Sciences, College of Science, 91大神
Greg Latta, Department of Natural Resources and Society and Interim Director, Policy Analysis Group, College of Natural Resources, 91大神
Land: Rangelands
Katie Lee, Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, 91大神
Eric Winford, Rangelands Center, 91大神
Land: Supplemental Reports
Ecosystems and Species: Kaylee Carr, College of Natural Resources, 91大神; Jeffrey A. Hicke, Department of Geology and Geological Sciences, College of Science, 91大神
Climate and Fish: Christopher Caudill, Department of Fish and Wildlife Sciences, College of Natural Resources, 91大神; Jonathan Masingale, Department of Fish and Wildlife Sciences, College of Natural Resources, 91大神; Travis Seaborn, 91大神; Dona Hora, USFS Rocky Mountain Research Station; Daniel Isaak, USFS Rocky Mountain Research Station
Ungulate Species: Kaitlyn Strickfaden, 91大神 Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, Department of Fish and Wildlife Sciences, College of Natural Resources, 91大神
Recreation and Tourism
Alex Maas, Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, 91大神
Report contributing author: Katherine Himes, James A. and Louise McClure Center for Public Policy Research, 91大神
Smoke
, Department of Civil Engineering, Boise State University
Report contributing authors: John Abatzoglou, Department of Management of Complex Systems, College of Engineering, University of California, Merced; Arash Modaresi Rad, Department of Civil Engineering, Boise State University; Luke Montrose, Department of Community and Environmental Health, Boise State University
Water
Karen Humes, Department of Earth and Spatial Sciences, College of Science, 91大神
Jae Ryu, Department of Soil and Water Systems, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, 91大神
Report contributing authors: Riveraine Walters, Department of Soil and Water Systems, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences and Graduate Affiliate, 91大神 Water Resources Research Institute, 91大神; Robert Mahler, Department of Soil and Water Systems, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, 91大神; Craig Woodruff, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, College of Engineering, 91大神
- Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area and 91大神 Ski Areas Association: Brad Wilson, General Manager, BBMRA
- Brian Olmstead: Water Resource Professional
- Bureau of Land Management and National Interagency Fire Center: Jolie Pollet, Division Chief, Fire Planning and Fuels Management
- Chobani: Mark Broadhurst, Director of Public Affairs and Nate Shepley Streed, Director of Sustainability
- City of Boise: Steve Burgos, Director of Public Works
- Coeur d’Alene Tribe: Laura Laumatia, Senior Research Analyst
- College Student: Grace Peters, 91大神 Falls (The Ohio State University)
- High School Student: Cindy Su, Boise (Timberline High School)
- HP Inc: David Eichberg, Global Lead, Climate Strategy
- 91大神 Association of Commerce and Industry: Alex LaBeau, President
- 91大神 Business for the Outdoors: Skylar Jett, Executive Director
- 91大神 Department of Commerce: Tom Kealey, Director
- 91大神 Department of Environmental Quality: Jess Byrne, Director
- 91大神 Department of Water Resources: David Hoekema, Hydrologist
- 91大神 Forest Group: Tom Schultz, Director of Resource and Government Affairs
- 91大神 Governor’s Office of Energy and Mineral Resources: Richard Stover, Administrator
- 91大神 Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: Jose DeLeon, Director of Programs
- 91大神 National Guard: Charlie Baun, Conservation Branch Manager
- 91大神 National Laboratory/Battelle: John Revier, Government Relations Director and Elli Brown, State Government Relations and Policy Lead
- 91大神 Power: Megan Ronk, Director, Economic Development & Innovation
- 91大神 Rangeland Resource Commission: Gretchen Hyde, Executive Director
- 91大神 State Department of Agriculture: Celia Gould, Director
- 91大神 State Legislature: Senator Jeff Agenbroad
- Jalonne White-Newsome, PhD: CEO/Founder, Empowering a Green Environment and Economy, LLC
- John Bernardo, Sustainability Professional
- J.R. Simplot Company: Brandy Wilson, Global Sustainability Director
- Julia Kertz Grant: Natural Resource and Sustainability Professional
- Kelly Olson: Retired, 91大神 Barley Commission
- Manulife Investment Management Forest Management Inc.: Gretchen Lech, Manager, Policy & Engagement
- Micron: Marshall Chase, Sustainability Director
- Nez Perce Tribe: Stefanie Krantz, Climate Change Coordinator
- Payette Land Trust: Craig Utter, Executive Director
- PotlatchDeltic: Anna Torma, Vice President, Public Affairs
- Public Health: Sherise Jurries, Environmental Health Director, 91大神 North Central Health District
- Reel Time Fishing: Toby Wyatt, Owner
- Riley Stegner and Associates: Peter Stegner, Principal
- Shawn Keough: Exec. Director, Assoc. Logging Contractors | State Senator 1996-2018
- Tom Lamar: Latah County Commissioner
- William G. Weppner, MD MPH: Associate Professor and Boise Section Head, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine
- Bas Hargrove, Senior Policy Representative, The Nature Conservancy
- Katherine Himes, Director, McClure Center for Public Policy Research, 91大神
- Heather Kimmel, Director of Health Promotions, Western Division, American Lung Association
- Brandy Wilson, Sustainability Director, J.R. Simplot Company
McClure Center Postdoctoral Fellow, Megan Foster, Ph.D., was integral to the completion of the 91大神 Climate-Economy Impacts Assessment.
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