Articles by Quinn Townsend

Reducing unnecessary regulations and encouraging innovation through programs like the USDA’s Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities — when done right — are positive steps towards greater freedom and a more environmentally sustainable agriculture sector.

While simply allowing utilities to produce solar is a step in the right direction, it’s only a small step for the economy of the state. To see the state truly flourish, policymakers need to lay off the heavy hand of regulation and protectionism and instead embrace an “all of the above” strategy. 

A proper solution that emphasizes property rights and tradable permits will help the user groups both get the fish they need without depleting the resource, leaving enough for future generations.