Clarkson researchers study water quality impact on property values

In late December, researchers from Clarkson University announced they are gearing up to study the effect water pollution has on property values across 26 counties in upstate New York. They will study water quality data and correlate that with property sales over the past 10 years. The study may balance out industry claims that the regulations have only harmful economic impact. When you’re then trying to make the argument that these regulations are in the best public interest, it’s helpful to have, to be able to put the benefits of these environmental regulations in dollar terms. Clarkson University is active in environmental engineering issues and studies. Link at: http://www.northcountrypublicradio.org/news/story/23416/20131218/clarkson-researchers-wonder-how-water-quality-affects-property-values