Talks and presentations

Oral Presentation: Assessing impacts on the local economy of Michigan from mass timber production

June 23, 2024

Oral Presentation, International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO) World Congress 2024, Stockholm, Sweden

Presented at the IUFRO World Congress 2024 in Stockholm, this research analyzes the localized economic impacts of establishing a mass timber industry in Michigan. The study utilizes regional modeling to demonstrate how mass timber production can stimulate job growth and industrial output within the forest products sector.

Poster Presentation: Economic impact assessment of utilizing small diameter wood for mass timber production in Oregon and Washington

March 26, 2024

Poster Presentation, International Mass Timber Conference 2024, Portland, Oregon

Presented at the International Mass Timber Conference 2024 in Portland, this research evaluates the financial and industrial benefits of converting small-diameter timber—often a byproduct of wildfire restoration—into high-value mass timber products. The study covers regional economic impacts across both Oregon and Washington.

Poster Presentation: Assessing the market coverage of different wood products in Michigan

October 25, 2023

Poster Presentation, Society of American Foresters (SAF) National Convention 2023, Sacramento, California

This research, presented at the SAF National Convention 2023 in Sacramento, evaluates the spatial distribution and market reach of various forest products in Michigan. The analysis identifies key corridors of commerce and areas with potential for industrial expansion within the state’s wood products sector.

Oral Presentation: Analysis of location, feedstock availability, and economic contributions of a mass timber manufacturing plant in Michigan

May 16, 2023

Oral Presentation, International Society of Forest Resource Economics (ISFRE) Conference 2023, Houston, Texas

Presented at ISFRE 2023 in Houston, this talk details the strategic modeling used to identify optimal locations for mass timber facilities in Michigan. The research highlights the availability of regional feedstocks and quantifies the potential economic contributions to the state’s forest products industry.

Poster Presentation: Historical trend of market coverage and competition of various wood products in Michigan

May 15, 2023

Poster Presentation, International Society of Forest Resource Economics (ISFRE) Conference 2023, Houston, Texas

Presented at ISFRE 2023 in Houston, this research tracks the longitudinal shifts in Michigan’s wood products markets. By analyzing historical data, the study identifies how competition has evolved and how different product sectors have expanded or contracted their regional market coverage over time.

Oral Presentation: Between Extinction and Existence, a success story of wildlife species recovery in Nepal

February 02, 2023

Oral Presentation, Biology on TAP, Lansing, Michigan

This presentation was delivered as part of the Biology on TAP speaker series in Lansing. It highlights the remarkable conservation efforts and policy shifts in Nepal that led to the recovery of iconic wildlife species, moving them from the brink of extinction toward sustainable existence.

Poster Presentation: Assessing the market coverage of different wood products in Michigan

September 21, 2022

Poster Presentation, Society of American Foresters (SAF) National Convention 2022, Baltimore, Maryland

This poster, presented at the SAF National Convention 2022, examines the spatial and economic reach of various wood products within Michigan. The research provides a detailed look at how different forest industries serve regional markets and where coverage gaps may exist.

Oral Presentation: Locating optimal locations and economic impact assessment of establishing mass timber processing facilities in Michigan

September 20, 2022

Oral Presentation, Society of American Foresters (SAF) National Convention 2022, Baltimore, Maryland

Presented at the SAF National Convention 2022, this research details the use of regional economic modeling to identify high-potential sites for mass timber manufacturing. The presentation specifically addresses the economic impact assessment for Michigan’s forest industry and the strategic benefits of localized processing.

Oral Presentation: Market Coverage and Competition of Various Wood Products in Michigan

May 31, 2022

Oral Presentation, Association of Natural Resource Extension Professionals (ANREP) Conference 2022, Kalamazoo, Michigan

This presentation was delivered at the ANREP 2022 Conference, focusing on the practical extension of research regarding market dynamics for wood products. The discussion centered on how Michigan’s forest industries compete and cover regional markets, providing insights for natural resource professionals.

Oral Presentation: Market coverage and competition of various wood products in Michigan

May 24, 2022

Oral Presentation, International Society of Forest Resource Economics (ISFRE) Conference 2022, Traverse City, Michigan

This presentation explores the competitive landscape and market reach of Michigan’s wood products industry. It analyzes how different forest products overlap in regional markets and the implications for economic development within the state.

Poster Presentation: Identifying optimal locations for establishing mass timber processing facilities in Michigan

May 23, 2022

Poster Presentation, International Society of Forest Resource Economics (ISFRE) Conference 2022, Traverse City, Michigan

This poster was presented at the ISFRE 2022 Conference in Traverse City. The research focuses on the strategic placement of mass timber facilities to optimize Michigan’s forest resource utilization.

Naresh Khanal

Talks and presentations