Michael R. Moore

Michael R. Moore was a Professor of Environmental Economics at the University of Michigan’s School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS). His research focused on water resource economics, climate change adaptation, and environmental policy, with notable contributions to valuing water quality, analyzing agricultural adaptations to weather risks, and evaluating renewable energy policies. He held leadership roles in NSF-funded projects addressing Great Lakes water quality and offshore wind energy siting.

Education:

• PhD, Natural Resource Economics, University of Michigan
• BA, Economics, University of Colorado

Research Interests: His work integrated ecological and economic systems, emphasizing:

• Environmental valuation using hedonic pricing
• Climate change impacts on land use and farming
• Policy design for emissions trading and renewable energy markets
• Great Lakes ecosystem restoration and economic outcomes

Grants & Leadership: Key grants included $5M NSF funding to study Great Lakes algal blooms and $224K for analyzing Great Lakes restoration’s economic impacts. He co-led multi-institution studies on offshore wind energy siting and green electricity market mechanisms.

Media Impact: His research on Great Lakes pollution remediation’s effect on property values garnered national media attention, including features in Michigan Radio and Wisconsin Public Radio. He also advised on Colorado River water agreements and African freshwater science initiatives.