The environments that drive our industry are typically green. Vast acres of land ripe with trees and vegetation fuel our economic investment sector. But what about blue environments and economies?
In this session, we’ll dive headfirst into the blue economy to discuss what it is, the current issues and trends within it, and identify key takeaways and considerations for the timberland investment and forestry industries.
Agenda
Topic Overview & Panel Discussion
Key Takeaways for the Timberland Community
Q&A Discussion
Presenters
Clarence Neese
Vice President & Cofounder, Orbis, Inc.
Dr. Danielle Schwarzmann
Chief Economist, NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries
Dr. Erienne Olesh
Executive Director of Student & Faculty Innovation, West Virginia University
Dr. Harrison Pinckney
Assistant Professor, Clemson University, Parks, Recreation, & Tourism Management
Dr. Robert Burns
Professor & Director, WVU School of Natural Resources
Dr. Ross Andrew
Research Assistant Professor, WVU School of Natural Resources