Ecosystems

Forestry equipment lifting logs onto a truck in a Swedish forest, with several people wearing safety gear observing the process. Bright, sunny day with dense trees in the background.

A day of discovery in Swedish forestry and bioenergy practices

Feature / SEI’s Eileen Torres-Morales participated in an excursion through Swedish forests as part of the IUFRO Congress 2024.

4 July 2024 / About Bioeconomy, Ecosystems, Forests and Renewables

Cocoa beans being transported on a conveyor belt in a processing facility.

EU27 countries in the spotlight for deforestation exposure

Feature / EU imports of cocoa and palm oil drive major global deforestation, new Trase research shows.

27 June 2024 / About Ecosystems, Food and agriculture, Forests, Public policy and Supply chains

Dark clouds in the sky over a dirt road passing through tropical dry forest trees on either side.

What is still at stake in the Gran Chaco?

Journal article / This study shows options for potential land-system futures for the Gran Chaco, a global deforestation hotspot with high biological and cultural diversity.

27 June 2024 / About Ecosystems, Food and agriculture, Land use and Public policy

Reviving lands for a brighter future in Asia and the Pacific

Past event / SEI Asia will speak at this World Environment Day 2024 celebration hosted by UNEP and UNESCAP.

05 June 2024 / About Cities, Ecosystems, Planning and modelling and Water resources

This image shows an aerial view of a tropical archipelago with numerous small islands and sandy beaches. The crystal-clear turquoise waters are vibrant and filled with coral reefs visible from above. The islands are interspersed with greenery and patches of forest, creating a striking contrast against the blue ocean. In the distance, the horizon meets a clear blue sky, enhancing the serene beauty of this coastal landscape.

SIDS can pioneer the next generation of climate adaptation solutions

Perspective / Karina Barquet discusses the innovative strategies of Small Island Developing States in tackling climate change challenges.

22 May 2024 / About Adaptation, Disaster risk and Ecosystems

Three top priorities for biodiversity ahead of COP16

Feature / SEI experts discuss pressing biodiversity challenges and strategies ahead of COP16 in Colombia.

22 May 2024 / About Bioeconomy, Ecosystems, Food and agriculture and Forests

An Endangered Atelopus seminiferus toad, endemic to Peru, perches on a moss-covered branch. This rare toad, measuring only 5 cm long, displays unique black, yellow, and white patterns on its body and legs, and thrives in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and river habitats.

International Day for Biological Diversity 2024

Collection / Explore how SEI’s innovative research and projects are driving sustainable solutions to preserve our planet’s rich biological diversity.

About Adaptation, Ecosystems, Forests and Public policy

A silhouetted tree in focus in the foreground of the shot with out of focus flames creating an orange glow and natural lighting in the background.

SEI expert advises on UK peatlands management for wildfire threat

Feature / Andreas Heinemeyer contributed to a recent briefing for the UK parliament, drawing on his expertise in peatland management.

20 May 2024 / About Ecosystems

Protecting our thriving planet – a “Pint of Science” event

Past event / Smriti Safaya shares the results of York's participation in the 2024 City Nature Challenge during this "Pint of Science" event.

13 May 2024 / About Cities and Ecosystems