We use a variety of well-tested and novel approaches to understanding how to balance economic, social and environmental objectives.  From cost-benefit analysis to machine learning, CEOS members use and advance methods to model complex social-environmental systems, estimate impact of interventions and design optimal policy solutions to enable us to build a more sustainable society.

Research Output

Title Publication Authors Year Published Category Method Status
Are non-market values important to smallholders’ afforestation decisions? A psychometric segmentation and its implications for afforestation programs Forest Policy and Economics Baker, K., Baylis, K., Bull, G., & Barichello, R.
2019 LW, O (VA) Valuation
Presentation matters: Number of attributes presented impacts estimated preferences Agribusiness Byrd, E. S., Widmar, N. J. O., & Gramig, B. M. 
2018 FA, O (VA) Valuation
Which livestock production methods matter most to consumers and why? Agriculture and Human Values Ellison, B., Brooks, K., & Mieno, T.
2017 FA, O (VA) Valuation, (OM) Other
The influence of retail outlet and FSMA information on consumer perceptions of and willingness to pay for organic grape tomatoes Journal of Economic Psychology Ellison, B., Bernard, J., Paukett, M., & Toensmeyer, U.C.
2016 FA, O (IE) Impact Evaluation, (VA) Valuation