Using contingent valuation to measure the economic impact of climate change on hiker recreation during New England peak foliage

Author

Marina J. Bowie, University of New HampshireFollow

Date of Award

Spring 2018

Project Type

Senior Honors Thesis

College or School

PAUL

Department

Economics

Program or Major

B.A Economics: Public Policy and Sustainability

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts

First Advisor

Robert Mohr

Abstract

This paper seeks to define and develop an economic tool for measuring willingness to pay for hiking recreation in the face of climate change in New England during the peak foliage season. Potential climate change impacts to New England are defined, along with relevant economic tools for measuring the market value of non-marketed goods. Ultimately, contingent valuation is chosen as the most viable option, and a survey is developed, pretested, and ready for implementation at the trailhead of Mt. Major in New Hampshire.

Recommended Citation

Bowie, Marina J., "Using contingent valuation to measure the economic impact of climate change on hiker recreation during New England peak foliage" (2018). Honors Theses and Capstones. 403.
https://scholars.unh.edu/honors/403