Researching with the Blackfoot Challenge has inspired my new thoughts about nature conservation and strengthened my problem-solving skills – Owen Luo

During the 2025–2026 academic year, I am working with fellow Ucross researcher Salma Huque to evaluate the economic benefits of the Blackfoot Challenge’s public and private investments in nature conservation within the Blackfoot watershed. The Blackfoot Challenge (BC) is a conservation nonprofit based in Western Montana that collaborates with local landowners to advance long-term stewardship Read more about Researching with the Blackfoot Challenge has inspired my new thoughts about nature conservation and strengthened my problem-solving skills – Owen Luo[…]

Assessing Economic Benefits of Natural Resource Stewardship Investments in Western Montana

UHPSI Research Assistants Owen Luo and Salma Huque are working with the Blackfoot Challenge to quantify the economic benefits of their conservation investments in the local community. The Blackfoot Challenge is a non-profit based in Ovando, Montana that brings together private landowners and public agencies to protect natural resources in the Blackfoot River Watershed. Their Read more about Assessing Economic Benefits of Natural Resource Stewardship Investments in Western Montana[…]