Department of Resource Economics, University of Nevada, Reno

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The Value of Hunting and Impacts of Habitat Change in Nevada:Make Your Opinion Count!
By Dr. Kimberly Rollins, PhD 4/1/2008

Small businesses retain hope in the face of failure
By Scott Neuffer, Nevada Appeal 1/4/2008

Assessing farmers' willingness to participate in Water Banking: A case study
By Mason Valley News 10/5/2007

Elko County Commission: UNR report on mining’s impact to be heard
By Ali Helgoth, Elko Daily Free Press 10/3/2007

City chosen for summit because 'it's a community with energy'
By Vanessa Burch, Fallon Star Press 8/17/2007

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Welcome to the Department of Resource Economics, situated within the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources. We offer students, public officials, and the private sector with the education and knowledge necessary to make sound economic decisions about the production, processing, and distribution of agricultural products, the development of rural communities, and the use of natural resources.

Again, welcome to the Department, and please take the time to learn more!

Jeff Englin, Ph.D.
Department Chair

Featured Reseach Projects

	Reno/Tahoe Biomass Supply/Demand Study
	Biomass (plant-derived material) is one of our most important energy resources. Biomass use strengthens rural economies, decreases America's dependence on imported oil, reduces air and water pollution, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. This project will address the barriers/constraints to "utility" scale and locally owned biomass power development, leading to increased bio-energy awareness through outreach in two state region of Nevada and California. Read More...
	Thomas Harris, Department of Resource Economics