Worldwide network to enhance the science, policy and practice of ecosystem services for conservation and sustainable development


ESP connects over 3000 ecosystem services scientists, policy makers and practitioners who work together in more than 40 Working Groups and a growing number of National Networks on all continents. ESP regularly organises World and Regional conferences and provides many Services to further enhance the application of ecosystem services for nature conservation, ecosystem restoration and sustainable management. Partner up with ESP and join in the global effort for the future of our Natural Capital!

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Join our 4th and last Transformative Change seminar!

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The Transformative Change Seminars, a webinar series by 7 Horizon Europe projects (part of the Transformative Change cluster of projects) working on transformative change for biodiversity conservation, aims to foster collaborative learning, enhance synergies on concepts and methodologies, co-create adaptive solutions and tools and showcase shared experiences.

This 4th and last webinar in the series is focused on “Tools for Transformative Change for biodiversity” and will feature insightful presentations from the BIOTRAILS, CircHive, Planet4B and BIONEXT Horizon projects. Hosted within the Ecosystem Services Partnership education & training webinar series, this particular webinar will be touching upon tools employed to drive biodiversity-driven transformative change. [Read more…] about Join our 4th and last Transformative Change seminar!

Collaboration call for Special Issue in ECOSER

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We are seeking a motivated female colleague from Latin America to join our team of guest editors for a Special Issue (in preparation) in Ecosystem Services named “Making Visible the Invisible: Addressing Knowledge Gaps and Methodological Challenges in Valuation of Underrepresented Ecosystem Services”.

The ideal candidate will have broad knowledge and high-quality research experience in Ecosystem Services, with a focus on valuation and cultural ecosystem services.

If you are interested, please get in touch: Roberto Pastén [email protected]

For general inquiries about Special Issues in Ecosystem Services: Luis Inostroza [email protected].

ES Assessment in North-Eastern India, with participation of ESP India network members

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A 2 year project on Assessing Ecosystem Services of Traditional Farming Systems Practiced by Tribal Communities of the North East Hill Region is currently taking place in the North-Eastern region of India. ESP India co-lead Dr. Suvangi Rath is part of the project team.

Background

Indigenous knowledge, central to traditional farming systems, has provided substantial ecological and cultural benefits throughout history. Preserving these practices is vital for conserving natural resources, maintaining biodiversity, and ensuring food security. Recognizing and valuing such contributions is key for sustainable resource management and effective policy development. Ecosystem services, benefits produced by ecological processes and natural systems, are essential for human well-being, though often undervalued in policies and markets (MEA, 2005). With rising awareness of their significance, there is growing interest in their valuation to support informed policy and business decisions, especially in resource-rich but overlooked regions like Northeast India. [Read more…] about ES Assessment in North-Eastern India, with participation of ESP India network members

Vacancy: 2-Year Postdoctoral Research Position at the University of Trento

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The PLANES Lab at the University of Trento is offering a two-year postdoctoral research position focused on mainstreaming ecosystem services and biodiversity in spatial planning and policy-making.

The position is funded by multiple Horizon Europe projects and centres on advancing the integration of urban ecosystem services and nature-based solutions into planning and decision-making processes.

  • Application Deadline: August 5, 2025
  • Location: Department of Civil, Environmental and Mechanical Engineering, University of Trento
  • Full details and application form: Apply here

For inquiries, please get in touch with Prof. Davide Geneletti at [email protected].

Visit the PLANES Lab website to learn more about their research activities.

Open Dialogue Title: Valuing What Matters: pluralism, power, and business decision-making 

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Wednesday, 2 July, 13:00-14:00

For decades, economic value has focused narrowly on financial returns, overlooking the vital contributions of nature and people. This dialogue—based on research by the Value Commission and Social Value International—explores how to integrate diverse perspectives into valuation and decision-making. Through a dynamic panel and open discussion, we’ll examine insights from Valuing What Matters, share best practices from impact valuation experts, and explore how pluralism and power dynamics shape business success. Join us to help shape more inclusive, sustainable decisions. [Read more…] about Open Dialogue Title: Valuing What Matters: pluralism, power, and business decision-making