A Regional Approach to
Invasive Species Challenges:
Preventing an economic nightmare
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Phil Rockefeller,
Northwest Power and Conservation Council
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Dear colleagues,
I hope you will join me at the PNWER meeting at the beautiful Coeur d'Alene Resort in Idaho this November 14-17.
During the meeting, the PNWER Invasive Species Work Group will discuss regional and international coordination around invasive species management. The working group has been successful in identifying some priority action items, and hopes to have your continued partnership and expertise in achieving our ambitious goals. Addressing the vast economic impact of invasive species, and preparing participants to be champions of change in their own states and provinces is key to preventing the financial devastation that can be caused by invasive species.
The meeting will also highlight regional workforce, innovation, and transportation issues, and feature two roundtable plenaries. One plenary will focus on the success, and future needs, of the Beyond the Border and Regulatory Cooperation Council action plans, while the other will look at the future of the regional economy.
The Coeur d'Alene Resort is just an hour east of Spokane International Airport on beautiful Lake Coeur d'Alene. It is a gorgeous and relaxing setting, ideal for our meeting. I hope to see you all in November!
Sincerely,
Phil Rockefeller
Council Member
Northwest Power and Conservation Council
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"By taking a regional approach to invasive species, policymakers can share limited resources and better prevent invasive species from moving in to the region. By forming these partnerships, we know who to turn to, whether it's the neighboring state or across the border."
- Idaho Rep. Eric Anderson,
Invasive Species Working Group co-chair
Rep. Eric Anderson (R-ID) holds a license plate full of quagga mussels, one of the main targets of Pacific NorthWest Economic Region's new bi-national council that brings together state and provincial leaders in government and industry to tackle regional threats from invasive species.
_____________________________________________________ Did you know? Invasive Species cost the U.S. over $100 Billion Annually. Learn more about what they cost our region
The Invasive Species plenary at the 2012 PNWER Economic Leadership Forum will provide perspectives on the economic impact of invasive species and how our Region can lead the way in forming partnerships to prevent the economic disaster posed by many non-native species. From homeowners to the energy industry, invasive species impact every corner of our region. With a specific focus on Quagga mussels, the Invasive Species plenary will help us develop a regional response to an economic foe that knows no boundaries.
A look at the economic impact of invasive species on the Region and how to champion invasive species control Moderated by Mark Sytsma, Associate Vice-president for Research, Portland State University
Panel featuring Amy Ferriter, Idaho Department of Agriculture; Phil Rockefeller, Northwest Power and Conservation Council; Rep. Eric Anderson, Idaho Legislature; and Canadian Representative (TBC) |
