Ph.D. Candidate SUNY-ESF Syracuse, New York, United States
The study assesses the socio-economic impacts on Catskill-Delaware watershed communities supplying NYC's drinking water. It explores community vitality, economic well-being, and social engagement through surveys and interviews, aiming to understand benefits derived from their relationship with NYC, thus contributing to broader welfare measurement discussions beyond quantifiable measures.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will understand how watershed programs affect upstream communities' economy and society, focusing on the New York area.
Upon completion, participants will analyze how big cities' needs impact the well-being of nearby communities, looking at environment and community relations.
Upon completion, participants will evaluate new ways to measure how well a community is doing, considering social connections, involvement, and economic status.
