Allegheny National Forest Wilderness: Economic Benefits for Pennsylvania
Wilderness designation outlined in the Citizens’ Wilderness Proposal for Pennsylvania's Allegheny National Forest would create, enhance or secure important economic benefits for northwest Pennsylvania without serious impact on the region’s timber industry. Read this Brief for estimates of the potential economic benefits and a discussion of the wilderness proposal in relation to regional timber supply.
About Spencer R. Phillips, Ph.D.
Spencer Phillips is a natural resource economist who has been with The Wilderness Society's scientific team since 1992. His economic work has focused on helping people, communities and institutions realize the benefits of wildland conservation.... More about Spencer R. Phillips, Ph.D.
