Lee Parton, an associate professor of economics, participated in the Idaho Matters podcast on February 9. The episode was titled “A warm winter raises questions for Idaho’s snow-based economy” and included a panel of experts discussing the effects of low snowfall on winter activities, the economy, and local communities.
During the discussion, which focused mainly on winter recreation, Parton shared his research about how climate change influences consumer decisions and its subsequent economic impact. The panel also addressed concerns regarding agricultural production and possible increases in wildfire risk due to warmer temperatures.
Parton’s segment begins at the 18-minute mark of the episode.
