THE IMPACTS OF WEATHER FACTORS ON OUTDOOR RECREATION ECONOMY IN THE UNITED STATES

Chia-Ning Chiu and Hongjie Qiang
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Chia-Ning Chiu: Department of Leisure Industry and Health Promotion, National Ilan University, Taiwan, R. O. C.
Hongjie Qiang: ��Department of Data Science & Inter-Discipline, School of Business, Central South University, Changsha, P. R. China

Climate Change Economics (CCE), 2025, vol. 16, issue 03, 1-28

Abstract: Since the Industrial Revolution, human activities and industrial development have accelerated climate change, intensifying the greenhouse effect and global warming. These environmental changes have led to extreme weather events, resulting in loss of life and property and impacting numerous industries. The outdoor recreation and tourism sector is among those significantly affected. This study employs econometric methods to analyze the effects of weather factors on the outdoor recreation economy. Using longitudinal data from 47 U.S. states covering 16 outdoor recreational activities, we conduct a comprehensive analysis. The results indicate that weather variables significantly influence the outdoor recreation economy; for instance, a one-inch increase in precipitation may lead to declines in activities such as bicycling, climbing/hiking/tent camping, motorcycling/ATV riding, and recreational flying. We provide detailed insights into the economic impacts on each activity. The findings offer both theoretical contributions and practical implications for management, alongside recommendations for future policy development aimed at promoting sustainable recreation and environmental stewardship.

Keywords: Climate change; outdoor recreation economy; impacts; tourism; environment; sustainable development (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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