The Secret to Conserving Our Crown Jewels? Maintenance
Hannah Downey November 25, 2020If the Biden administration is serious about conserving our national parks, it must prioritize routine maintenance.
Popular Press
PERC fellows and staff regularly write op-eds and features for the popular press. Writing by our contributors appears in outlets ranging from The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times to national magazines to regional newspapers and online publications.
A Tale of Two States
Monique Dutkowsky, Holly Fretwell November 17, 2020How Colorado has found innovative approaches to protecting homes in the wake of increasing wildfire risks
The Gray Wolf Leads the Way for Other Endangered Species
Jonathan Wood November 9, 2020The wolf population’s decades of impressive and steady growth are an important reminder of the power of incentives.
Fire Insurance Regs Hurt California Homeowners
Monique Dutkowsky, Holly Fretwell November 9, 2020The unintended consequences of California’s price restrictions on insurance rates leave insurers unable to cover losses after catastrophic wildfire damage.
Addressing Brucellosis Will Help Ranchers and Wildlife
Brian Yablonski November 2, 2020In order to conserve migration corridors, we must reduce the liability of elk borne by landowners by addressing the risk of brucellosis.
Thank a Hunter
Hannah Downey, Kaleigh Cunningham September 24, 2020It’s incredibly important that we actively support hunting and angling not only because they’re a part of Montana’s identity, but because our wild places need the resources.
Recognizing Private Lands for their Public Benefits
Whitney Tilt September 14, 2020Amid growing public interest in the future of elk populations in the West, the essential role of ranchers and other landowners must gain recognition.
Manage Forests for Timber, Not Tinder
Holly Fretwell, Jack Smith September 14, 2020Timber harvesting can reduce catastrophic wildfire risk and provide a stream of sustainable material for green construction.
Water Markets Can Rescue the Great Salt Lake
Hannah Downey September 9, 2020By recognizing water conservation as a beneficial use, Utah can promote cooperation that can help restore the Great Salt Lake.
Banning Hunting Trophies Will Undermine the Health of African Ecosystems
Catherine E. Semcer August 28, 2020To reduce the threat of future pandemics we must conserve intact, healthy ecosystems in parts of the world, like sub-Saharan Africa, that are hotspots of emerging wildlife-borne diseases.