Bos- en Natuurbeleid Groep, Wageningen University

Jelle Behagel participated in the COP16 in Colombia and shares his reflections on Dutch national radio.

Read the latest publication by Marijem Djosetro and Bas Arts about Polycentric Governance in Suriname's Nature Conservation! 🏞️ This paper examines the complex interactions between multi-level governance systems in the conservation of migratory species in Suriname. Through comprehensive case studies in the Bigi Pan and the Galibi Nature Reserve, the research highlights the crucial role that connections between international NGOs, national governments, and local communities play in achieving effective conservation goals. Despite the challenges posed by reliance on donor funding, the findings underscore the importance of collaboration across governance levels to ensure enduring and legitimate conservation outcomes. 💡 In this study, three key lessons are drawn for enhancing polycentric conservation efforts in the global South: 1) securing structural funding beyond donor resources is essential; 2) building robust institutions can support sustained collective action at the local level; 3) a holistic social-ecological approach is needed to achieve genuine conservation success. 👉 Read the full article here and discover how polycentric governance can transform conservation efforts globally! https://lnkd.in/ea7cam4H

🗣️ Engaging with the public beyond academia can be a rewarding experience for researchers, offering mutual benefits and fresh perspectives. Discover the diverse ways in which FNP researchers Agata A. Konczal, Iordachescu George, Charu Jain, and several others, contribute to public outreach. From podcasts and online lectures to storytelling events and community projects, these researchers are bridging the gap between academic research and everyday life. These interactions not only enrich their own work but also inspire their public to explore new ideas and approaches to pressing environmental issues. 🔍 From film festivals in Romania to beauty classes in rural India, read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eS7FgeYy

🌿 Find here the latest publication by Arjen Buijs and colleagues on improving uptake of Nature-based Solutions into urban development practice! 🏙 The paper sheds light on the integration of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) in urban areas across Europe and Latin America. While NbS holds promise for creating sustainable and climate-resilient cities, effective implementation faces challenges. This research highlights the crucial role of governance and monitoring & assessment (M&A) processes in improving NbS adoption. It finds that M&A can enhance political commitment and collaborative efforts, and that there's an untapped potential in collaborating with non-governmental actors to contribute to these processes. 🤝 This study emphasizes the necessity of engaging civil society in M&A, fostering awareness and participation in these processes. By considering the different socio-economic and cultural contexts of European and Latin America cities, a wider range of practitioners’ experiences in different governance settings is included. These insights offer valuable perspectives for practitioners aiming to advance NbS implementation and unlock the potential of NbS in shaping sustainable urban futures. 👉 Find the article here: https://lnkd.in/eEGazzUG

🚰 Read the recent publication by Maria Tengö and colleagues about knowledge co-production for addressing water governance challenges on the island of Öland, Sweden! 🌍 This study explores how to design a dialogue-driven process for different actors to collaboratively tackle sustainability challenges. By using systems, target, and operational knowledge as a framework, the researchers organized workshops with local stakeholders on Öland, Sweden, as a case study. Participants were encouraged to view a complex issue from various perspectives and consider their own values and knowledge. The process led to the creation of four strategies to enhance climate change adaptation efforts. The study highlights how bringing together different types of knowledge through dialogue fosters collective action and promotes inclusive and equitable solutions to sustainability problems. 👉 Find the paper here: https://lnkd.in/eFA8YaYU

🎉𝐖𝐂𝐒𝐆 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐝! We are thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the Wageningen Centre for Sustainability Governance (WCSG) Conference 2024! This exciting event, held from October 16th to 18th, was a collaborative effort between the Public Administration and Policy Group @WUR Law Group of Wageningen University Environmental Policy group and Forest & Nature Conservation Policy Group, Wageningen University at Wageningen University & Research. The conference explored the central question: 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝? 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐟 𝐬𝐨, 𝐛𝐲 𝐰𝐡𝐨𝐦, 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐰? Over three days, academics, experts, and practitioners engaged in enriching presentations, discussions, panels, and networking sessions, all aimed at advancing our understanding of governance in sustainability transitions. The event concluded on October 18th with two unique experiences: a Nature and History Walking Tour and a Decolonial Walking Tour in Wageningen. 🎊We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the 𝐖𝐂𝐒𝐆 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞, Verina Ingram, Judith van Leeuwen, Daniel Polman, Angeline Chartier, Olena Uvarova, Richard Pompoes, Arjen Buijs,  Bas Verschuuren, Keen Poon, Ilse R. Smit , whose meticulous planning and coordination ensured a diverse, professional, and dynamic conference. A special thanks also goes out to our incredible 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬, whose support was instrumental in making everything run smoothly （Note: Not all volunteers are in the photo）. 📽️ Stay tuned! Recordings of the opening session, keynote speech (Oct. 16th), and plenary roundtable (Oct. 17th) will be available soon on our website. You can find them here: bit.ly/3NprzB6 Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to the success of WCSG 2024. We look forward to continuing these important conversations! #WCSG2024 #WCSGconference #GoverningSustainablityTransformations #TransformativeChange

❓🌎 Today marks the first day of the UN biodiversity summit in Cali, Colombia. What can we expect and what's at stake? This week, Jelle Behagel, Associate Professor of Forest and Nature Policy, will be on the ground at the summit. He addresses key questions about the event and shares his insights on what outcomes we can hope for. Check out a preview of the #interview in the slides below, or read the full discussion here: https://lnkd.in/gWfH492e #Summit #Biodiversity #Conservation

We are hiring! For the NATURO project from the Driving Urban Transitions program, in combination with other projects, we are hiring a postdoctoral researcher in the field of urban green governance and just transformations.   👉 https://lnkd.in/eqRhENXp

🎙 Listen to #EMMA4EU Expert in Action 🎙 We're proud to share that our partner, Jelle Behagel, an associate professor at Wageningen University & Research (EMMA4EU partner), was invited to discuss the European Commission's proposal to delay for a year a law aimed at combating deforestation.This important legislation requires companies to demonstrate that their imported products, including timber, palm oil, and coffee, do not originate from deforested areas. Jelle's expertise in forest policy provides valuable insights into the implications of this delay. #EUDR Do you understand Dutch!? Listen to his thoughts on the NOS Radio 1 Journaal and understand how this law impacts sustainability efforts in the EU. Listen to the interview here 👇

🌾 MSc thesis student Ilja Bouwknegt wrote a beautiful blog about her motivation to research farmer's perspectives on nature restoration policies in the Dutch countryside. Find the blog below!