Insights

With nearly 70% of America's 84,000 dams over 50 years old, communities face decisions about aging infrastructure and river restoration. Greene Economics will analyze the economic impacts of dams and benefits of removal for Resources Legacy Fund's Open Rivers Fund, covering cost savings, property values, jobs, recreation, fisheries, public safety, and equity impacts. The study will guide decision-making for policymakers, practitioners, and advocates across the American West.

Greene Economics is partnering with The Nature Conservancy and Highland Economics to study shared oat storage infrastructure in Minnesota’s Driftless Region. The project will help farmers expand production, meet quality standards for food-grade markets, and support the region’s role in rebuilding the domestic oat supply—while improving soil health and economic resilience.

Greene Economics is leading a SCAG study to quantify the economic, climate resilience, and ecosystem service benefits of Southern California’s natural and agricultural lands. The study will help local governments plan, invest, and prioritize strategies that strengthen communities, enhance regional resilience, and ensure equitable access to these critical resources.