For several years Americans have become increasingly aware of how their actions affect the future environmental state of this nation and the world.  The “green movement” is a lifestyle individuals have adopted in order to help, but they alone cannot change the future of the environment.  Policy makers, agencies, and state and local governments realize … Continue reading →

I recently wrote an entry on the estimated effects of recent EPA ozone regulations.  In short, the EPA is currently finalizing rules regulating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from existing steam-boilers and refineries.  My entry quantifies the estimated negative impacts on the U.S. economy. A study by Dallas Burtraw, Anthony Paul, and Matt Woerman addresses possible … Continue reading →

Tuition hikes, larger class sizes. What else can be expected in response to the severe state deficits? An email recently found its way into my inbox, citing a release by the Chancellor of The University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh (UWO), Richard Wells, noting a tuition increase to be expected in FY 2012.  I was not … Continue reading →