EGI Conference 2024

Lecce, Italy

The annual EGI conference brings together international scientific communities, computing and service providers, European projects, security experts, community managers and policymakers to advance research and innovation in data-intensive processing and analytics. The event provides an open environment for in-depth discussions, new insights and networking opportunities. EGI is organising this event with the Euro-Mediterranean Centre on Climate Change (CMCC). CMCC is an Italian research centre focusing on climate and climate-related research, including climate variability, its causes and consequences. This research uses numerical models ranging from the global Earth system to regional models in the Euro-Mediterranean area.

A detailed agenda will be published soon on the EGI’s website: https://www.egi.eu/event/egi2024/

BES Annual Meeting 2024

BES 2024

Liverpool, UK

In December 2024, ecologists worldwide will gather in Liverpool for Europe’s largest conference dedicated to ecology.

The British Ecological Society Annual Meeting attracts over 1200 delegates each year in its flagship event, and provides opportunities to meet new colleagues, develop careers, learn new skills, engaging and sharing research with the global ecological community.

This welcoming conference offers each year an exciting programme of plenary sessions with internationally renowned speakers. This year, the event will feature Rob Fish, Professor of Environmental Sustainability at the Imperial College of London, Ana Carnaval, Professor in the Department of Biology of the City College of New York, Lucy Waruingi, Executive Director of the African Conservation Centre, and Nathalie Seddon, Professor of Biodiversity at the University of Oxford and Founding Director of the Nature-based Solutions Initiative.

Besides these interesting plenary sessions, the attendees will have the chance to attend a number of thematic sessions, workshops, networking events and exhibitions.

The conference is especially relevant for LifeWatch ERIC due to the rich programme of its Thematic sessions, addressing the biodiversity crisis, nature restoration policies and practices, novels tools and technologies to tackle current challenges and much more.

LifeWatch ERIC will attend the event with a booth dedicated to research communities facilities, services and resources (including ENVRI-Hub NEXT), and a set of talks dedicated to biodiversity monitoring, conservation strategies, and more. We have summarised here the details of our interventions:

  • 11 December at 17:15, Room 3A | Michele Lussu (University of Bologna): “Conservation strategy: spatial prioritization approach using Orchids.” (S11).
  • 12 December at 15:15, Room 11B | Andreja Ramšak (National Institute of Biology): “Towards automated biodiversity monitoring -a set-up of Biodiversity Observatory Automation (Thematic Topic under LifeWatch ERIC).” (S34).
  • 12 December from 17:00 to 18:30, Hall 2A | Milad Shokri (University of Salento): “Metabolic responses to climate change in invertebrates.” (poster presentation).
  • 13 December at 14:00, Room 3B | Francesco De Leo (CNR): “Toward a global relationship between net primary production and biodiversity in marine ecosystems.” (S50).

The full programme is available online. For more information, please visit the official website: https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/events/bes-annual-meeting-2024

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14th European Conference on Ecological Restoration

Tartu, Estonia

SERE2024 is an international conference organised by the European Chapter of the Society for Ecological Restoration, taking place in the last week of August 2024 in Tartu, Estonia. The event will bring together professionals working in ecological restoration to share knowledge and discuss the future of Europe’s nature. The conference will address the decline of biodiversity and the need to effectively restore degraded ecosystems, in line with the EU’s efforts to adopt the Nature Directive in 2024.

The conference will focus on developing approaches for long-term nature restoration. It will facilitate the exchange of ideas, knowledge and experience between researchers, practitioners and policymakers across Europe. Sessions will cover topics such as the restoration of different ecosystems and the socio-economic and political contexts of ecological restoration. A particular focus will be discussions on developing national restoration plans under new EU legislation.

For more information, please visit this website: https://sere2024.org/

Strengthening Europe – Latin America Cooperation in the Energy Transition

Online

In the EULAC EnergyTRAN Horizon Europe Project framework, the virtual thematic event on technology and energy transition, scheduled for the 26th and 27th of June 2024, aims to bolster cooperation between Europe and Latin America by exploring innovative technologies policies and practices. Organised by the Organization of Ibero-American States (OEI), the event will open with introductory presentations from the EU-Solaris ERIC, the OEI, and the European Research Executive Agency (REA). It will feature panels addressing key topics such as the exchange of scientific knowledge, challenges and opportunities in the energy sector, and the environmental and social impacts of energy transition.

Experts from both regions will discuss alternative energy sources, regulatory challenges, and innovative technological solutions like green hydrogen production and solar thermal energy applications. The event will also highlight the importance of international collaboration in advancing sustainable energy research and infrastructure, culminating in a session synthesising the discussions and outlining future steps for enhanced cooperation.

For more information please visit the OEI website: https://oei.int/oficinas/secretaria-general/eventos/fortaleciendo-la-cooperacion-europa-america-latina-en-la-transicion-energetica

To register, please fill out this form:

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Research Infrastructures in a Changing Global, Environmental and Socio-economical Context

Brussels, Belgium

The “Research Infrastructures in a Changing Global, Environmental, and Socio-economic Context” conference, organised as part of the Belgian Presidency of the European Council, is scheduled to take place on June 4th and June 5th, 2024, in Brussels at the Royal Library of Belgium (KBR).

The conference will focus on the role of Research Infrastructures (RIs) in achieving strategic autonomy in a changing global context, their socio-economic and environmental impacts and their wider ecosystems.

Research infrastructures are increasingly affected by various challenges. The conference will explore the value of RIs in achieving open strategic autonomy, their contribution to key policy objectives such as the Green Deal, and their relationship with national/regional RIs and other initiatives and instruments.

To learn more, please visit this website: https://www.belspo.be/Belspo/EUBelgium24/2024060405_ResearchInfrastructures_en.stm#subscriptionform

7th European Congress of Conservation Biology

Bologna, Italy.

The European Congress of Conservation Biology (ECCB), organised by the Europe Section of the Society for Conservation Biology (SCB), aims to facilitate the exchange of conservation science and nature conservation practice and policy to promote the conservation of biological diversity in Europe.

The 7th ECCB will focus on achieving a biodiversity-positive status by 2030. This theme presents a positive message and a call to action towards conserving biodiversity. Despite the challenges, new protected areas were established, carbon emissions were reduced, and there is a growing awareness of biodiversity’s importance for survival.

This congress provides a platform for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and collaborate toward achieving a sustainable future. By working together and taking action, we can make significant progress in conserving Earth’s biodiversity and achieving a positive biodiversity world by 2030.

To learn more, please visit the official website: https://eccb2024.eu/

Come and visit us!

If you want to discover or learn more about LifeWatch ERIC’s services to biodiversity researchers, you can find us at the 7th European Congress of Conservation Biology with our booth with gadgets and information material.

Can you spare a minute for us?
If you would like to help us improve our services, please complete our survey on research needs in conservation biology: https://forms.lifewatch.eu/virtualoffice433/form/Surveyonconversationbiologyresearchneeds/formperma/sMXw6ARj7G9LfvSyT2jxuGy0S45fTWkYgQmLb6dbU84

Coastal Wetlands: Evidence for Climate and Nature Targets Workshop

Online, 23 May 2024

On 23 May 2024, at 10:00 CET, RESTORE4Cs will organise an online workshop to broaden the perspectives available for countries in finding solutions for achieving and reporting success in coastal conservation towards international and EU commitments.

European Union policies emphasise the importance of wetlands in achieving EU objectives related to climate neutrality, biodiversity protection, zero pollution, flood protection, and the circular economy. Therefore, it is crucial to prioritise assessing the current extent and condition of European wetlands, their greenhouse gas emissions, and their potential for mitigation through restoration or other measures. These priorities are essential to stopping biodiversity decline, restoring the environment, and achieving climate goals.

The workshop aims to identify countries’ needs, shared priorities, and activities for restoring wetland ecosystems. It also aims to establish indicators for assessing coastal wetland habitats and ensure the quality of evidence for policy development and investment in nature-based solutions.

For more information and to register, please visit this page: https://www.restore4cs.eu/coastal-wetlands-evidence-for-climate-and-nature-targets-workshop/

Open Earth Monitor Global Workshop 2024

October 2-4, Laxenburg, Austria

The Open Earth Monitor Global Workshop 2024 is a three-day event organised by the OpenGeoHub Foundation (OGH) and the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA). The workshop will bring together global and European actors involved in open-source Earth Observation applications for policy, business, research, and society. 

Submit your abstract and participate.

The event aims to connect various project partners, including data and environmental researchers, public and private sector developers, EU decision-makers and policymakers, representatives from global institutions, the business sector, and civil society. The workshop’s main objective is to discuss and test solutions for the most significant challenges in geospatial applications.

The OEMC Global Workshop 2024 will feature international keynote speakers, oral presentations, poster presentations, and demonstrative workshops. The participants will explore valuable opportunities and establish tangible collaborations to improve geospatial research and application products in open source.

The deadline for the abstract submission is March 15.

To submit your abstract, please visit this page.

Conservation and Management of Wetlands to Tackle Climate Change

Valencia, Spain, 14-16 February 2024

The “Conservation and Management of Wetlands to Tackle Climate Change” conference will focus on wetlands’ challenges and threats and their significant role in mitigating climate change and preserving biodiversity. The event will also address governance and green job aspects. The conference is tailored to international organisations, civil society, restoration practitioners, managers, university students, and the private sector.

Wetlands in the Mediterranean are essential ecosystems that provide environmental and social benefits but are threatened by degradation, loss, and climate change. Conserving wetlands can regulate local climate, reduce greenhouse gases, and maintain their role in mitigating the greenhouse effect. Proper management is essential to their contribution to the ecosystem. The public’s awareness of wetlands has increased in recent decades, changing society’s perception of them.

The conference aims to provide a platform for individuals to share their work, exchange ideas, network and interact with academics, restoration project implementers, and policymakers worldwide. The conference will showcase new scientific and technical advancements and offer technical tools for the sustainable management of wetlands.

Please visit this page to register for the conference and submit your abstract.

2024 Ocean Decade Conference

Barcelona, Spain, 10-12 April 2024.

Pre-registrations are open for the Ocean Decade Conference will occur from 10-12 April 2024 in Barcelona. Hosted by Spain and co-organized with UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC/UNESCO), it will gather governments, decision-makers, and others to discuss progress and priorities for the future of the ocean. The conference will cover the 10 Ocean Decade Challenges, and sessions will present science solutions for sustainable development. 

To register, please visit the official website.

The conference will revolve around the 10 Ocean Decade Challenges and aims to offer a collaborative, inclusive and interactive space for learning, networking, and building partnerships. It will serve as a platform for discussing the results of the Ocean Decade Vision 2030 strategic ambition-setting process, which includes a set of white papers identifying future priorities for the Ocean Decade and help generate the necessary knowledge for science-based solutions to global challenges such as climate change, food security, biodiversity conservation, a sustainable ocean economy, pollution, and natural hazards.

Heads of State, UN agency leaders, and representatives of industry and philanthropy will make commitments and announcements during the high-level opening session on the morning of April 10. A plenary session will also discuss the foundational elements of success for the Ocean Decade. 

The conference will feature four thematic sessions based on the Ocean Decade Challenges, including a mix of plenary and parallel sessions that present the results of the Vision 2030 process and science solutions contributing to sustainable development. 

The Ocean Decade conference will also showcase partnerships and provide a platform for partner announcements. The high-level closing session on April 12th afternoon will highlight the primary outcomes and a vision for the Ocean Decade in 2030.