This study attempts to determine key characteristics of these secondary workers in seven counties of four states, and the implications that the results of these surveys have on planning for socioeconomic impact management.

This report is a continuation of research on the economic and social effects of coal development in western North Dakota. The purpose of the report is to provide a profile of the characteristics of the operating work force in North Dakota's coal mines and electric power generating plants.

Rural areas in the western United States have experienced enormous social and economic changes due to the development of nearby energy resources. Since the late 1970s, such effects have been quite noticeable in western North Dakota, an area richly endowed in lignite coal and petroleum reserves....

This report is a continuation of research on the economic and social effects of coal development in the Northern Great Plains. The purpose of the report is to provide information on the characteristics and settlement patterns of coal mine and electric power plant operating work forces in the...

A linear programming economic development model can help regional planners influence the most desirable type of growth for rural areas. Optimal resource use, investment, and industry mix for manufacturing, services. government. and agriculture are reviewed for nine regional macroeconomic goals,...

This report provides estimates of the lignite industry's contribution to the North Dakota economy, using key economic indicators such as retail trade activity, personal income, total business activity, employment, and tax revenues. The estimates are based on actual industry expenditures for 2005...