Ecosystems and economies are inextricably linked: ecosystem models and economic models are not linked. Consequently, using either type of model to design policies for preserving ecosystems or improving economic performance omits important information. Improved policies would follow from a model...

Ecosystems and economies are inextricably linked: ecosystem models and economic models are not linked. Consequently, using either type of model to design policies for preserving ecosystems or improving economic performance omits important information. Improved policies would follow from a model...

Endangered species are in predator/prey, mutualistic, competitive, or other types of relationships with many other species that share their habitat. Understanding these ecological relationships is an important part of designing endangered species policies. We employ a general equilibrium model...

The theory for a general equilibrium ecosystem model that can include large number of interacting species is presented. Features include: 1) individual plants and animals are assumed to behave as if they are maximizing their net energy intake, 2) short and long-run equilibriums are obtained, 3)...