Transformative change is often invoked as essential to tackling biodiversity loss, yet what it looks like in practice remains an open question. The BiodivTransform call was designed to address this, supporting projects that challenge underlying systems, values, and power structures.
The kick-off meeting on 22 April 2026 offers a first opportunity to see how this ambition is being translated into research and action. Bringing together funded projects in Ponta Delgada (Azores) and online, the event will showcase diverse approaches to rethinking relationships between nature, governance systems, and economic models. From energy transitions and urban ecosystems to conflict transformation and environmental justice, each project provides a different entry point into how deep societal shifts can support biodiversity.
Designed as a rapid exchange of ideas, the meeting will feature concise project pitches followed by discussion, with a strong focus on actionable insights.