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Third International Conference on Health and Biodiversity

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Registrations are invted for the Third International Conference on Health and Biodiversity (Cohab3), which will take place from 14th to 17th September, in Galway City, Ireland. ESP members receive a 20% discount on the registration fee.

Under the theme of Partnerships for People and Planet, the conference will bring governments, IGOs, NGOs, academia, businesses, indigenous peoples and local community groups together to discuss the interlinkages between the global health and biodiversity crises. Participants will share research, policy perspectives, experience and outlooks on how these intersecting global priorities can be addressed in a spirit of partnership, placing planetary health at the heart of solutions for a more sustainable future. [Read more…] about Third International Conference on Health and Biodiversity

LTER-BG International Scientific Conference 2026

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The Bulgarian Long-Term Ecosystem Research network (LTER-BG) is happy to inform you that the Registration and Abstract submission for the LTER-BG International Scientific Conference 2026: Long-Term Ecosystem Research: Contributions, Challenges and Future Perspectives are now open!

The Conference will mark 20 years of LTER-BG as part of eLTER. It is organized by the LTER-BG network: the Institute of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Research (IBER-BAS), Institute of Oceanology (IO-BAS), University of Forestry (UF), Forest Research Institute (FRI-BAS). It has the support of Pensoft Publishers and receives funding through the National Roadmap for Research Infrastructure (2020–2027), coordinated by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Bulgaria. [Read more…] about LTER-BG International Scientific Conference 2026

Webinar: Strengthening ERC engagement within the IPBES

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As we prepare our ESP&YESS delegation for the upcoming 12th IPBES Plenary in Manchester, we warmly invite you to a preparatory webinar designed to support youth participation. Whether you are new to IPBES work or an experienced delegate, this session will provide a valuable platform for exchange and for strengthening contributions to the international biodiversity and ecosystem services agenda.

The first part will include the overviews of IPBES officers, David González and Amarys Preuss, who will provide an introduction to the IPBES structure and how different stakeholders can contribute to IPBES work. The second half is tailored for young researchers and students, with Dr Carla Washbourne (ESP) and YESS members, Naomi Bi, and Nita Shashidharan sharing practical advice on navigating the plenary sessions and understanding key documents.

The ESP and YESS warmly invite you to join us on January 20 at 15:00 CET to learn, ask questions, and connect with our community before the main event.

Registration link: https://registration.yess-network.org/IPBES12

Masterclass: The Value of Nature

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From 9 October – 13 November the online Masterclass “The value of nature (to us)” will take place. The masterclass is organised by Nature Today, the Foundation for Sustainable Development and ESP Netherlands network.

The masterclass will be taught in Dutch. Below you find the description in Dutch – feel free to forward this message to anyone in your network.

Registration is open, with an early bird discount if you register before 26 September.

Masterclassserie ‘Wat is de natuur (ons) waard?’ [Read more…] about Masterclass: The Value of Nature

Join us for the 6th ESP Europe Conference

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Are you joining us for the next ESP Europe Conference in Prague? Registration is now open!

6th ESP Europe Conference
Advancing ecosystem services knowledge for achieving a nature-and people-positive Europe
18-22 May 2026 | Prague, Czechia

In an era of complex turning points, including biodiversity declines, climate uncertainty, political transitions, and socio-economic inequalities, ecosystem services can contribute to achieving a nature-positive future balanced with human well-being and equity across Europe. From urban green spaces mitigating heat waves to natural protected areas, integrating ecosystem services into governance, policy, and practice has never been more critical for ensuring dignified and sustainable ways of living while respecting nature and healthy ecosystems. [Read more…] about Join us for the 6th ESP Europe Conference