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Vacancy: Postdoc Socio-Ecological System Modelling

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Do you want to contribute to better methods for modelling socio-ecological systems? Please apply at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.

This postdoc position aims at contributing such modelling work to a series of externally funded projects. The overall aim is to advance our methods for addressing socio-ecological systems. One of the projects focuses on urban food systems in Africa, another one on the adoption of alternative farming systems in Europe. [Read more…] about Vacancy: Postdoc Socio-Ecological System Modelling

Nature-based Solutions from the Mediterranean Region

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The ReNature project has opened a call for case-studies of successful implementation of nature-based solutions (NbS) in the Mediterranean region or from a Mediterranean climate. These case-studies will be included in the ReNature project NbS compendium, which includes information about the case-study area, the societal challenges tackled, the co-benefits arising from NbS implementation, and the relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). [Read more…] about Nature-based Solutions from the Mediterranean Region

2 Tenure Track Assistant Professors in Land Systems Science

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IVM-VU Environmental Geography is looking for 2 TT assistant professor positions in land system science. Are you the interdisciplinary scientist that will address the large societal challenge to achieve sustainable land use? Please apply at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Application deadline: 29 November 2020.

You can find more information here.

Survey: Characterization/assessment of ecosystem services provided by aquatic ecosystems

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AQUATAP-ES will seek to foster integration of the ecosystem service concept/framework into decision-making relating to the management of aquatic resources (marine and freshwater). This will necessitate consideration of who the key stakeholders are, their needs, and the tools necessary to facilitate communication or operationalisation/application of the concept in policy and practice.

AQUATAP-ES launched a questionnaire and would like your input! [Read more…] about Survey: Characterization/assessment of ecosystem services provided by aquatic ecosystems

New papers from SWG 10 – ES in the circular (bio-)economy

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Two papers discussing / documenting the need for environmental technologies upgrading fertilizer inputs to agricultural soils – or the need for regulatory instrument ensuring ecosystem health improving circular bioresource flows for future soil health (Marini et al, 2020a) and food safety (Marini et al., 2020b).

Marini, M., Angouria-Tsorochidou, E., Caro, D., Thomsen, M., 2020a. Daily intake of heavy metals and minerals in global food trade – a case study of four Danish dietary profiles. Journal of Cleaner production 124279 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2020.124279

Marini, M., Caro, D., Thomsen, M., 2020b. The new Fertilizer Regulation as a starting point for Cadmium avoidance in the EU. Science of the Total Environment, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2020.140876