IENE 2026
Connectivity, Collaboration & The Economy
21st -25th September 2026 - Bristol, UK
Every two years, IENE hosts an international conference focused on biodiversity and transportation.
This high-profile event attracts a global audience and covers a wide range of themes. Each conference runs for 3 to 5 days and features field excursions, keynote lectures, poster sessions, hands-on workshops, and training sessions. The official conference language is English.
The IENE conferences serve as a dynamic, interdisciplinary platform for the exchange of cutting-edge research, practical expertise, and policy insights. They foster dialogue between scientists, practitioners, and decision-makers—bridging the fields of biodiversity and transport.
Explore outcomes and highlights from past IENE conferences: https://www.iene.info/
Important dates:
January 2025: Early Bird registration opens
January 2025: Abstract submission opens for review.
March 30, 2025: Deadline for abstract submissions.
May 2025: Regular registration for the conference opens.
June 2025: Preliminary details of the conference program
Nature, Networks, and New Thinking.
This conference will explore the critical link between ecology and economy, highlighting the importance of cross-sector collaboration in building a sustainable and thriving society. With a focus on linear infrastructure, the event will bring together experts from a wide range of disciplines to celebrate progress already made and to identify the actions still needed to move forward.
Through dynamic discussions, practical case studies, and shared learning, participants will examine how integrated approaches can support both ecological connectivity and economic development. By fostering innovation and strong partnerships, the conference will showcase how we can create lasting solutions that benefit both people and the planet.
