

List of proposed events that are open for voluntary presentations.
Convenor: Armin Bischoff. Mediterranean Institute of Biodiversity and Ecology (IMBE), Avignon University, France
The search for renewable energy sources that can replace fossil energy has resulted in a massive construction of solar parks in Europe. Although contributing to reduction in environmental pollution and CO2 emissions solar parks need large areas and have thus a strong impact on ecosystems, in particular if constructed in semi-natural habitats. The construction usually destroys the vegetation and degrades the soil. However, the subsequent management for solar energy production potentially allows the restoration of semi-natural habitats during the construction period. For example, Mediterranean solar parks are often managed by extensive sheep grazing corresponding to the traditional management of dry grasslands. Our symposium evaluates the ecological impact of solar park construction, shows possibilities to restore semi-natural habitats and discusses management recommendations. A particular focus will be on the effect of solar panels on restoration and ecosystem functions. Solar panels reduce light availability and changes microclimate which may compromise restoration approaches. Solutions to cope with potential negative effects of solar panels are discussed. Finally, the symposium will also discuss possibilities to reduce the ecological impact of solar park construction to facilitate restoration. The invited speakers present the quite young field of research on the topic and provide insights on current challenges for impact studies, mitigation and compensation measures involved in the planning of solar park construction.
Convenors: Moore, Chrystal (Junior representative: Universitat de Barcelona); Sabate, Santiago (Senior representative: Universitat de Barcelona
Addressing the global climate emergency with restoration projects presents both opportunities and challenges. Join us as we share these experiences and obstacles associated with restoring land and mitigating anthropogenic climate change through tree-planting initiatives.
List of proposed events that are not open for voluntary presentations.
Convenor: Toby Aykroyd. Director, Wild Europe Foundation
The essential role of large linked natural ecosystem areas (AKA wilderness and wildlands) in addressing the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity decline is an important feature of the EU’s Biodiversity Strategy, Forest Strategy, New Green Deal, and the UN’s Decade of Restoration.
With 10% of the EU’s terrestrial and marine area prospectively earmarked for strict protection (and a further 20% for restoration), there is strong support for ensuring non-intervention is a key element here. Clear principles are also needed for implementation of a strategy for large-scale ecological restoration or ‘rewilding’ of these areas, ensuring this is underpinned by principles of sound science and linked to the forthcoming Restoration Law.
Convenors: Andrés, Pilar (CREAF) and Doblas-Miranda, Enrique (CREAF)
Workshop on policies and instruments to restore biodiversity and provide climate adaptation and mitigation in degraded agricultural areas. Opportunities and limitations of the EU Common Agricultural Policy.
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