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A Big PERC Win For National Parks
Our big idea for America’s Best Idea is becoming a reality.
Conservation Groups Launch Suit Against Fish and Wildlife Service for Impairing Species Recovery and Ignoring Science
Two conservation groups are launching a suit against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) over the “blanket rule” that disregards science and hinders habitat restoration efforts under the Endangered Species Act.
New International Visitor Surcharge to Enhance National Parks
An idea PERC has long championed is becoming a reality.
Killer Whales Are Dying From Shipping Noise. A Market Solution Could Reverse the Decline.
PERC’s proposal demonstrates that protecting killer whales and sustaining commerce need not be at odds.
Conservation Victory
Feds to restore targeted, science-based endangered species policy
President Trump Issues Executive Order Codifying PERC’s Proposal to Increase International Visitor Fees for National Parks
PERC estimates a new fee structure could generate up to $1.2 billion for the National Park System, address costly maintenance backlogs
New Report: Yellowstone National Park Could Raise Millions Without Losing Visitors
New economic analysis from Property and Environment Research Center finds potential fee hikes could fund major park improvements with minimal impact on attendance
Advancing the Invisible Revolution
PERC Awards Over $400k in Virtual Fence Grants to Innovative Ranchers
Researchers Unveil Groundbreaking Conservation Strategy to Help Save the Great Salt Lake Through Voluntary Water Leasing
A comprehensive new report offers a pioneering roadmap for restoring the Great Salt Lake.
New Report Outlines Recommendations for Interior Department to Accelerate Conservation and Cut Green Tape
PERC recommends tripling endangered species recovery and increasing international visitor fees to national parks.
Race Against Fire: New Map Reveals Massive Gaps in Forest Protection
Western forests burning 3x faster than they can be saved, research reveals
Colorado Ranch Pioneers Innovative Payment Project for Elk Habitat Conservation and Working Lands
Conservationists collaborate with rancher to establish state’s first “Elk Migration Agreement”