Forest Benefits and Values Lab
Mission: Advance understanding of the social and economic value of conserved ecosystems.
The ecosystem services provided by forests and wildlife enhance the health and wellbeing of humans. Unfortunately, many important services are in decline due to changes in ecosystem management and land use conversion.
We use quantitative methods and varied data sources to understand the social and economic values associated with forest conservation and restoration. Our research is used to help inform decision-making on public and private lands and is disseminated through the Penn State Forest Benefits and Values extension program.
Forest Benefits and Values Lab
February 10, 2022
NIFA Award for Forest Owner Carbon and Climate Education (FOCCE) program
Researchers in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences will use a newly awarded $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to work with 13 other land-grant universities in the eastern U.S. to create an education program that would help private forests owners adapt to and mitigate climate change.
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November 9, 2021
Social Value of Bird Conservation on Private Forest Lands in Pennsylvania, USA
We use non-market valuation techniques to understand the economic value of private lands conservation to help sustain bird populations.
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November 9, 2021
Exploring Carbon Market Opportunities for Forest Owners in the US
Emerging carbon market opportunities have the potential to help forest owners be sustainable land stewards.
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November 9, 2021
Examination of the Consumers Role in the Pet Turtle Trade and Turtle Conservation
Understanding which turtles are most preferable and the types of consumers that engage in the trade may be critical in making recommendations for more sustainable and ethical practices.
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