Summary
We have opened our call for papers for the 2026 Irish Conference: Advancing Ecological Practice: Trends, Tools and Innovations.
This is due to take place in the west of Ireland, April 2026 (TBC)
You can respond to the call for papers by completing the MS form: Call for papers
The deadline for paper is Friday 23rd January.
Description
The 2026 Ireland Conference is looking to be an event dedicated to exploring the future of ecological practice in a rapidly evolving professional landscape. As legislation, policy, and technology continue to reshape the sector, this conference aims to offer a vital forum for practitioners to connect, share insights, and engage with the latest developments.
This year’s programme will spotlight key themes including emerging opportunities in Nature Finance, the integration of Artificial Intelligence in ecological workflows, the implementation of Restoration Law across the island, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) in Ireland and the growing need for capacity-building across the profession to name a few areas.
We hope this conference will give delegates an overview of changing trends and tools and highlight innovations that can support the advancement of ecological practice in Ireland.
And for that we need you!
Do you have projects, research, ideas that will:
- Showcase Innovation: Highlight emerging tools, technologies, and approaches that are transforming ecological practice.
- Facilitate Knowledge Exchange: Offer other professionals across disciplines insights and knowledge by sharing experiences, challenges, and solutions.
- Explore Policy Impacts: Examine how evolving legislation, such as CSRD and Restoration Law, is influencing ecological work on the island.
- Professional Capacity: Address current and future skills needed to ensure the sector is equipped for growth and complexity.
As mentioned the conference is due to take place in the west of Ireland, we would like to include an optional half day activity for delegates in addition to a day of talks. We are open to suggestions of possible workshop or field trip ideas!!
Please join us in making this conference a useful support to all by responding to our Call for Abstracts by Friday 23rd January.
Respond to the call by completing the MS form: Call for papers
Presenters will receive a free delegate place at the conference.
