Research Update: April 2018
Communities Threatened by Wildfires
Major wildfires have threatened more than 3,000 communities since 2000. The costs and dangers of wildfires are increasing. Headwaters Economics’ interactive map identifies communities threatened by wildfire between 2000 and 2017. Many are developing strategies to minimize the risk of wildfires in the future.
Montana Losing Open Space
Nearly half of all homes were built on large lots since 1990.
Trails Impact Local Economy
Measuring how the Whitefish, Montana trails system supports the local economy.
‘Populations at Risk’ Update
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