#spatialplanning
Marine functional #connectivity matters—from genes to energy flows. This synthesis clarifies concepts, unifies fragmented approaches, and proposes a global framework to better link science, #SpatialPlanning, and #policy in a changing ocean. doi.org/10.1002/brv....
#MarineEcology 🌐🌍🧪🌊
January 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
📢EVENT: Webinar on #IPBES Call for Experts for its #SpatialPlanning #Assessment - a unique opportunity for #African marine & #spatialplanning experts to contribute to global #biodiversitygoals

🗓️27 Nov. 2024
🕚11:00 - 13:00 GMT
To register➡️ t.ly/dk0hO

@ipbes.bsky.social
@iki-germany.bsky.social
November 20, 2024 at 9:52 AM
Check our ongoing work on #ConservationPlanning in the eastern #Mediterranean Sea accounting for cross-realm threat #connectivity.
#MarineEcology 🌍🌐 #MSP #SpatialPlanning
September 11, 2025 at 2:04 PM
“For decades, unsustainable urban development has fueled #UrbanSprawl. But instead of subsidies for individual mobility, all of Austria needs attractive and affordable public transport!” #SpatialPlanning
#LobauAutobahn = #Wissenschaftsverleugnung!
Eine kaum nachhaltige Siedlungsentwicklung hat jahrzehntelang die #Zersiedelung vorangetrieben. Doch anstelle von Förderungen für Individualmobilität braucht ganz Österreich attraktiven und leistbaren öffentlichen Nah- und Fernverkehr! #Raumplanung
March 2, 2026 at 11:06 AM
🦈 New paper! We compiled 5,596 records of #sharks, #rays & #chimaeras in Greek seas, confirming 62 species. The dataset provides a new baseline for #MarineConservation and #SpatialPlanning.
doi.org/10.3390/fish...
#MarineEcology #Mediterranean #Greece #Chondrichthyans 🧪🌍🌐
August 21, 2026 at 5:24 PM
[1/8] Harry Radzuan (London South Bank University) analyse le potentiel des friches urbaines pour une transition énergétique plus juste au Royaume-Uni. L’étude relie précarité énergétique, aménagement et politiques climatiques. #geography #energy #spatialplanning #UK
How abandoned land can power a fair energy transition
There’s huge potential in transforming brownfield land from environmental liability and eyesore into local renewable energy generators.
theconversation.com
December 16, 2025 at 6:45 AM
The future of cities is connected, compact and community-focused! 🌟

Strategic #SpatialPlanning does more than save space - it creates opportunities, improves access to services and makes housing more affordable, ensuring cities work well for everyone. #SustainableCities
December 17, 2024 at 1:04 PM
📢Our new #MarinePlan paper has just been published!
We present an assessment tool designed to tackle the challenges of implementing #ecosystem-based management in marine #SpatialPlanning.
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Led by @ibongalparsoro.bsky.social
Check it out here: rdcu.be/d7N3J
Assessment tool addresses implementation challenges of ecosystem-based management principles in marine spatial planning processes
Communications Earth & Environment - Marine planners and authorities can translate ecosystem management principles into specific actions during the marine spatial planning process by using the...
rdcu.be
January 30, 2025 at 9:57 AM
At the #IPBES12 opening plenary, it’s inspiring to see the relentless momentum of @ipbes.net’s work! This year, the launch of the #BizBiodiversity report, followed by the anticipated #Monitoring report in 2027, the innovative #SpatialPlanning report in 2028, and the impactful #GA2 report in 2029.
February 3, 2026 at 12:56 PM
🏔️🤔 What makes governance work in #OurChangingMountains?

📝 A new MRI #MountainGovernance Working Group global survey uncovers where progress soars & where it stalls, from #SpatialPlanning and #LandRights to the availability of Geo/GIS data.

🔗 Find out more: bit.ly/MRIMountainG...

#MountainsMatter
December 3, 2025 at 9:23 AM
🌊 We were honoured to join the panel discussion on the forthcoming EU Strategy for Coastal Communities at #EUOceanDays 2026.
VASAB highlighted the role of macro-regional cooperation and #SpatialPlanning in building resilient #CoastalCommunities.
🔗Read more & watch the discussion tinyurl.com/mr3kfsh9
March 23, 2026 at 12:48 PM
Great week for the #LifeINPLAN project on #integrated #spatialplanning.

We were present at the #EURegionsWeek with both a stand and a #EURegionsTalk, and at the @ieecp.bsky.social conference 🤩
October 17, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Join the #30DayMapChallenge with Cadence.

✨ Free CPD-accredited training
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✨ Win cash prizes for your creations

Join the Challenge cadence.cityscience.com/blog/30-day-...

#DigitalPlanning #CPD #CadenceMaps #SpatialPlanning
October 17, 2025 at 11:58 AM
How has the Housing Specust Law in Poland led to spatial conflicts and been justified in court? Take a look at our new research article published by Maciej J. Nowak & Tuna Tasan-Kok (tunatasankok.bsky.social).
doi.org/10.1080/1753...
#SpatialPlanning #HousingInvestments #Law #Housing #AdaptiveLaw
September 19, 2025 at 6:52 PM
How can spatial planning help halt #biodiversity loss? 🌍 The @ipbes.net assessment on #spatialplanning & connectivity is underway! Over 100 experts met at @iiasa.ac.at to kick off this critical work supporting the #KMGBF.

First meeting insights 👉 sustainablecz.org/2025/11/12/l...

#IPBES
Launching the IPBES Spatial Planning and Connectivity Assessment: Reflections from the First Authors’ Meeting
The intensive and productive week-long first authors’ meeting for the IPBES Spatial Planning and Connectivity Assessment took place at IIASA in Laxenburg from 22–26 September 2025. The meeting brou…
sustainablecz.org
November 26, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Resilient Borders: strengthening cross-border crisis management and #spatialplanning It was launched in February 2025 to help border regions work together on #crisismanagement and spatial planning delivering mapping, #datacollection, tailored action plans ec.europa.eu/regional_pol... #FutureOfEurope
November 28, 2025 at 11:24 AM
The 97th meeting of the #VASAB Committee on #SpatialPlanning and Development of the #BalticSeaRegion is taking place in Warsaw, Poland, (18-19 February 2026), hosted by the Ministry of Development Funds and Regional Policy of Poland. #VASABVision2040
February 19, 2026 at 8:50 AM
📢 Latest VASAB newsletter is out!

We’re excited to share our newsletter, summarizing latest achievements and looking ahead to 2026. 🌍✨

📰 Read full newsletter here 👉 mailchi.mp/24e55c02aa83...

Enjoy reading!

#Newsletter #VASAB #SpatialPlanning #December2025 #BalticSeaRegion
December 18, 2025 at 10:59 AM
On the agenda:
#SpatialPlanning challenges across VASAB member countries
✅ Continued discussions on spatial resilience
✅ #VASAB work within the #EUSBSR
✅ Key issues in #MaritimeSpatialPlanning
✅ Preparations of the Young Planners’ Summer School 2026
✅ Updates on VASAB projects
February 19, 2026 at 8:53 AM
📻Tuning in for Christmas... 'Becoming a Post-Growth Planner: Obstacles and Challenges to Changing Roles and Practices'. 27 episodes with 29 key thinkers. ▶️ youtube.com/playlist?lis... #postgrowthplanning #postgrowth #spatialplanning #podcast
Becoming a post-growth planner: obstacles and challenges to changing roles and practices - YouTube
The episodes interview inspiring thinkers about contemporary planning and potentials for a transformation towards growth-independent roles and practices. The...
youtube.com
December 16, 2025 at 1:30 PM
📍 The 96th #VASAB Committee on Spatial Planning & Development of the #BalticSeaRegion meeting is taking place today in the charming town of Iława, Poland.
On today's agenda:
✅ Updates on national spatial planning challenges across VASAB member countries
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#SpatialPlanning #MaritimeSpatialPlanning
September 17, 2025 at 1:32 PM
🔔 Applications for VASAB Young Planners’ Summer School close next week on 7 April!
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of an inspiring international experience in the Baltic Sea Region!
All information for applications find here: vasab.org/support-for-...

#SpatialPlanning #VASAB #YoungPlanners
🌍 Call for Applications: VASAB Young Planners’ Summer School 2026.
Young professionals & students from the Baltic Sea Region, Norway & Ukraine are invited to apply!

📍 Gdańsk, Poland
📅 23–29 Aug 2026
🗓 Apply by 7 April 2026

More information 👉 vasab.org/support-for-...

#SummerSchool #VASAB
April 1, 2026 at 9:35 AM
(2/5) 🌍 Expert Collaboration Highlights
👥 Case studies from:
• Baltic Sea (OSPAR)
• South Africa (NMU)
• Southern Ocean (BAS)
📈 Breakout groups tackled all 22 BBNJ criteria to define indicators, gaps, and prioritization strategies
#MarineScience #SpatialPlanning #Connectivity
April 15, 2025 at 4:25 AM
This November, turn your plans into Digital Plans.

Join the #30daymapchallenge with Cadence - the digital planning platform trusted by professionals across the UK.

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#DigitalPlanning #SpatialPlanning #GISforPlanners #CadenceGIS #GIS
October 26, 2025 at 2:55 PM
🔹 News from the EUSBSR #PolicyArea #SpatialPlanning – new Interreg BSR platform projects approved - #BalticPlaNET #SEABAS #MadeWithInterreg
🔹Highlights from the European Maritime Day 2025 #EMD2025
🔹Upcoming events and more
#VASAB #Newsletter #BalticSeaRegion #SpatialPlanning
July 22, 2025 at 7:59 AM