STAGE 2 \ CONGRESS
CULTURAL ECOSYSTEM SERVICES AND BIOCULTURAL HERITAGE
Connecting Nature and Culture for a Sustainable Future
May 20-21, 2025
The second phase of the workshop will take place on May 20-21, 2025, at the University of Coimbra as part of a broader initiative co-organized by JPI Climate, JPI Cultural Heritage, the Centre for Functional Ecology at the University of Coimbra, with the ‘patronage’ of the UNESCO MAB Programme.
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Set against the backdrop of the 20th anniversary of the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment and the recent UN Pact for the Future, this congress aims to foster an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary dialogue between natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, and policymakers. ​
EVENT DETAILS
Date
May 20-21, 2025
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Location
University of Coimbra, Portugal
ABOUT THE CONGRESS
The event will bring together keynote speakers, researchers, practitioners, and community representatives to discuss innovative approaches to integrating cultural heritage, biodiversity conservation, and sustainability.
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The congress will feature:
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Keynote presentations by internationally recognized experts, including representatives from UNESCO and leading research institutions.
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Thematic panels and roundtables discussing methodologies, policy integration, and practical applications.
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Presentation of case studies highlighting the role of local communities, traditional knowledge, and nature-based solutions in sustainability.
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Workshops and interactive sessions exploring citizen science, digital humanities, georeferencing tools, and AI in ecosystem services research.
OUTPUTS
The event will culminate in a collective publication and policy recommendations, strengthening the integration of cultural heritage, environmental conservation, and sustainability strategies in global research and policy frameworks.
We look forward to your participation in this exciting dialogue at the University of Coimbra!
For further inquiries, please contact: bioculturalheritage@gmail.com