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Our practice is built on economics and the utilization of state-of-the-art economic modeling and analytical techniques. We provide objective, credible analysis for private industry, government, and non-profit organizations throughout the United States.
Explore Our ServicesEstablished 1990
The Center for Applied Research, Inc. has been a trusted name in economic consulting since 1990. We serve a diverse roster of clients spanning private companies, nonprofits, tribal nations, and local, state, and federal government agencies.
Our project experience reflects our interest in and knowledge of the policies and social dynamics that shape the economies of the western United States, including the development and regulation of energy resources, tourism, outdoor recreation, agriculture, immigration, and federal land and resource management.
We are adept at reconciling private interests with public values, and we have served a diverse roster of clients: those who produce and transmit energy; those who deliver recreational experiences; and those who safeguard the environment through the establishment and judicious use of public and private trust land. Fairness is what reconciles our work and makes the goals of our clients compatible.
Learn More About Us"Within our diverse range of experience, a special focus on land use and land valuation has emerged, allowing us to become informed advocates of fairness in the monetary valuation and compensation for the use of public and tribal lands in the American West. "
A Cornerstone of Our Practice Since 1990
The Center for Applied Research has one of the most established records of any economic consulting firm in the western United States for work on behalf of American Indian Tribes. Our analyses on tribal land valuation and resource compensation have been recognized at the highest levels of the federal government.
We bring a multidisciplinary team — including economists, appraisers, environmental scientists, lawyers, and anthropologists — to the complex intersection of tribal sovereignty, federal trust responsibilities, and economic valuation. Our work is recognized for its rigor, fairness, and deep respect for the rights of tribal nations.
Our Tribal WorkComprehensive economic analysis across key sectors
Evaluation of energy development projects, regulatory policy change, restructuring of utilities, and analysis of energy and natural resource opportunities.
Economic valuation of special status lands, including tribal trust lands, state trust lands, federal lands, and natural resource assets used in compensation negotiations.
Thorough economic feasibility assessments for proposed projects, developments, and resource management programs to inform decision-makers and stakeholders.
State-of-the-art economic modeling and simulation to forecast impacts, evaluate policy scenarios, and support litigation and regulatory proceedings.
Quantification of economic damages arising from environmental incidents, resource loss, and breach of contract for use in legal and regulatory contexts.
Strategic economic planning for recreation, agriculture, water, and natural resource management across federal, tribal, and private lands.
Serving a diverse range of organizations throughout the United States
Whether you need economic analysis, land use valuation, or expert testimony, our team is ready to help. Contact us to discuss your project.
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