2016 Asian ESP Conference

This conference is jointly organised by:

KESNet

In Korea, Korea Ecosystem Services Network(KESNet) was established in 2014 during the CBD COP 12 and has organized annual conferences to promote ecosystem service applications in policy and development. ESP and KESNet work together for this Asian regional conference and more than 15 workshops will be held by cordial support from various national/international organizations. [secretariat based at NNT, Republic of Korea]

ESP

ESP is a worldwide network, founded in 2008, to enhance the science and practical application of ecosystem services. To facilitate the needed dialogue between scientists, policy makers and practitioners, ESP organizes a biannual world conference and regional conferences will be held in 2016. [secretariat based at FSD, The netherlands]

GIZ

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a global service provider in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development with around 16,400 employees. GIZ has over 50 years of experience in a wide variety of areas, including economic development and employment, energy and the environment, and peace and security. Our business volume exceeds two billion euros. As a public-benefit federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government – in particular the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) – and public and private sector clients in around 130 countries in achieving their objectives in international cooperation. With this aim, GIZ works together with its partners to develop effective solutions that offer people better prospects and sustainably improve their living conditions.

CGIAR

CSIRO

The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) is Australia's national science organisation and one of the largest and most diverse scientific research organisations in the world. CSIRO’s National Research Flagships focus on the biggest challenges facing Australia and the world. Research from the CSIRO Land and Water Flagship is helping to maintain the integrity of our environments and ensure our natural resources are used sustainably.

Other involved Korean organisations:

Ansan-si

Ansan Evergreen Foundation

Gyeonggi Provincial Government

Korea National Park Service

Ministry of Environment

National Nature Trust

To find out more about each of the organising parties, click on their logo below.