Hannah Downey, PERC’s policy director, joins Caleb O. Brown of the Cato Daily Podcast to discuss the value of forest management in mitigating catastrophic wildfire, and how federal policy often stands in the way.
Environmental conflicts are often zero-sum political battles, but innovative market approaches can bridge ideological divides.
Testimony submitted to the House Natural Resources Committee hearing on forest management.
Fixing America’s Forests will require a variety of tools, but Montana has a substantial opportunity to expand the use of prescribed fire on private lands.
Supporting policies that leverage incentives and partnerships to protect our natural heritage should be a big part of our strategy to address environmental challenges.
State leaders can expand proactive forest restoration and wildfire response capabilities by encouraging collaboration, reducing conflict, and leveraging strategic investments.
The proposed land exchange is a balanced, collaborative solution developed by landowners, tribal representatives, conservation organizations, and recreation groups.