6th Ecosystem services partnership- Europe Conference
Date: May 17th, 2026 - May 21st, 2026
Location: Prague, Czech Republic
Advancing ecosystem services knowledge for achieving a nature-and people-positive Europe
"This conference will bring together scientists, policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholders to explore how ecosystem services can be harnessed to reduce social inequalities, strengthen climate resilience, and drive sustainable development. In light of ongoing implementation of new policies at national and EU levels, discussions will also examine how shifts in governance frameworks influence the integration of ecosystem services into decision-making, policy implementation, and cross-sectoral collaboration."
Polar session: Ecosystem services in polar, boreal, and alpine regions: advancing knowledge for shared futures
Abstract: Cold and polar regions - including the Arctic, Antarctic, sub-Antarctic, boreal, and high-altitude alpine ecosystems - are at the forefront of global environmental change. These landscapes face rapid warming, intensified human pressures, and socio-economic transformations, making them critical indicators of the planet’s ecological health. Ecosystem services provide a vital lens to understand and support both ecological integrity and human wellbeing. However, cold regions remain underrepresented in science, policy, and decision-making, partly due to challenges in capturing seasonal dynamics, ecological shifts, and socio-cultural values.
Official website: ESP Europe 2026 - Sessions overview