Roger von Haefen

Roger von Haefen is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at North Carolina State University. His research focuses on environmental and resource economics, applied econometrics, and economic measurement. He holds a Ph.D. from Duke University (1999).

His expertise spans environmental policy analysis, recreation demand modeling, and non-market valuation of ecosystem services. Key research areas include water quality improvements, endangered species protection costs, climate change impacts on outdoor recreation, and the economic implications of air pollution and trade policies.

Recent work emphasizes methodological advancements in recreation demand models, including the integration of fixed costs, weather effects, and large choice sets. His studies often bridge theoretical econometric frameworks with practical policy applications, such as evaluating gate fees, congestion effects, and adaptation strategies for climate-driven environmental changes.

He has received the prestigious Journal Article of the Year award for 2010. His research also addresses interdisciplinary challenges like the valuation of submerged aquatic vegetation and the costs of conservation policies on public lands, particularly in coastal regions like Cape Hatteras National Seashore.

Affiliated with the Economics Graduate Program, his contributions span academic publishing and applied policy analysis, reflecting a commitment to both theoretical rigor and real-world environmental challenges.