If the Biden administration is serious about conserving our national parks, it must prioritize routine maintenance.
Author Archives: Kat Dwyer
A Better Way to Fund Conservation and Recreation
Federal oil and gas revenues have generated funding for the great outdoors for decades, but the model warrants reconsideration.
Enhancing the Public Lands Recreation Fee System
Visitors are already helping public lands flourish by contributing revenues that support recreation. Reforms could improve management and benefit visitors even more.
Fixing National Park Maintenance For the Long Haul
Addressing overdue maintenance is vital, but the root of the problem is a lack of attention to routine maintenance.
A Tale of Two States
How Colorado has found innovative approaches to protecting homes in the wake of increasing wildfire risks
PERC’s Work Recognized by the Atlas Network
PERC named as a finalist for the Templeton Freedom Award for our work on endangered species recovery and wildlife conservation
The Gray Wolf Leads the Way for Other Endangered Species
The wolf population’s decades of impressive and steady growth are an important reminder of the power of incentives.
Fire Insurance Regs Hurt California Homeowners
The 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
In order to conserve migration corridors, we must reduce the liability of elk borne by landowners by addressing the risk of brucellosis.
Unlike Politics, Property Rights Provide a Firm Foundation for Conservation
Conservation pursued through the market and property rights is protected from shifting political winds.