Greg Alward, Ph.D.

Since joining the Policy Analysis Group in November 2016, Greg Alward has been working on analyses of the economic contributions of natural resources to Idaho’s economy, including forestry, wildlife, fisheries, recreation, mining and related sectors. Greg holds master’s in recreation resources and a doctorate in forest economics, both from Colorado State University. He has an extensive professional background in applied economic analysis and planning in the public and private sector. Greg is co-creator of the economic impact analysis software IMPLAN, which he has guided its development and use for almost 40 years.