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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · 12d

I'm thrilled to announce that my student Hanne will soon defend her #PhD on the compelling topic of #transforming #agriculture to align with nature—modeling futures for land use! Excellent work completed at the #SustainScapes centre.

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · 12d

We are thrilled at #SustainScapes to host @martinjung.eu, showcasing his visionary work on designing a blueprint for a Pan-EU nature network through the #NaturaConnect initiative, aiming to achieving the EU's ambitious environmental goals and overcoming the challenges faced by Nature.

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · 23d

Today @econovoau.bsky.social , we are thrilled to welcome the brilliant Manhari Jain from the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research)! She’s is sharing her groundbreaking research on the fascinating #evolution of acoustic signals in the vibrant #forests of #India.

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Sep 2

🌍 Apply now! Funded #PhD with my college @fabdanis.bsky.social @au.dk on 🌱 vegetation & 🌐 landscape change with #RemoteSensing (#LiDAR #UAVs #AI). Shape futures for #Biodiversity & #Sustainability 🛰️ Deadline Nov 1, 2025

Fabian Schneider @fabdanis.bsky.social · Sep 2

🎓 Please join us for a PhD in Remote Sensing of Vegetation Structure at Aarhus University. It's a great place to live and work, and an inspiring university to do research 😊

phd.nat.au.dk/for-applican...

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Sep 2

Thrilled to chair @celestemare.bsky.social's PhD defense today! 🎓 We're diving into the fascinating role of fire and grazing in shaping carbon dynamics in African savannas. Part of the work @econovoau.bsky.social 🔥🦓🌿 #PhDDefense #Ecology #AfricanSavannas

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Sep 1

We are thrilled to welcome Elise Buisson from University #Aavigon at @econovoau.bsky.social ! She's sharing her fascinating insights on the crucial role #herbivores play in shaping the stunning diversity of the #Mediterranean.

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 27

“‘Freakosystems’ are becoming the new normal. 🌱 @TheWeek has featured our recent research with @jcsvenning.bsky.social and @mattkerr.bsky.social on the rise of novel ecosystems—👉 Read the piece: lnkd.in/diWCGzy5
🌍 Nature Ecol Evol: lnkd.in/dZJzAUDf
♨️ Phil Trans B: lnkd.in/dwB-CAsu

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 26

Get ready for an exciting showcase during today’s #DNRF visit at @econovoau.bsky.social! The sensor team, featuring the incredible talents of @jonastrepel.bsky.social and @ninadm.bsky.social, is all set to unveil their amazing work at the center.

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 26

Today is an incredibly thrilling day, @econovoau.bsky.social! The DNRF is here for our annual dialogue. Our very own @jcsvenning.bsky.social, the center leader, will be taking us through an exciting rundown of our highlights. It's going to be a fantastic event!

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 21

It’s almost time to celebrate the conclusion of #TCESG25! The final #keynote shares 7 key points that beautifully #connect our communities. Get ready for some inspiring insights!

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 21

Hannah Gosnell unveiled an exhilarating showcase on how the @ipbes.net assessment for #TransformativeChange shaped the dynamic strategies to achieve the monumental change we crave! Get ready to be inspired by the innovative approaches that will drive us forward!

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 21

Reinette Biggs is taking center stage, showcasing the electrifying process of the @ipbes.net assessment on #transformativechange! She's diving deep into crafting powerful approaches that will ignite a hive of change.

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 21

Fern Wickson took the stage, and wow, did she deliver an electrifying breakdown of the #assessment! She pulled back the curtain on how #Chapter1 of the @ipbes.net #TCA came together.

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 21

At #TCESG25 an amazing session on the @ipbes.net presenting the #TransformativeChange assessment (K. O’Brien(chair), settings the seen

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James Bullock @jmbecologist.bsky.social · Aug 21

Universities & research institutions also need think how they would survive in Farage’s post-truth world
www.theguardian.com/media/2025/a...

Protect BBC’s independence in case of Farage government, ex-news head urges

James Harding says it is ‘recklessly complacent’ to assume Trump-style attacks on media could never happen in UK

www.theguardian.com

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 21

It was a privilege to chair the %NFF session at #TCESG25. Thanks to our speakers (see 👇) and attendees! If you are keen on being part of our Community of Practice, follow this link docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F....

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 21

Are you attending #TCESG26? Join us NOW for the session on Nature's Futures in Gala B.

Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 20

Get ready for more incredible #Art at #TCESG25! Check out the stunning creations by Hannelie Coetzee, showcasing the breathtaking #wildlife of #SouthAfrica—all crafted from recycled old paper! Don’t miss this amazing blend of creativity and conservation! www.instagram.com/hanneliecoet...

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 20

Also #TCESG25 pannel points how make a difference: we should ignite bottom-up initiatives, truly #walk-the-talk, and reinvent international #collaboration. Also how to deal with the #Resistence to change. An unleash the power of socially active #science to create impactful solutions together!

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 20

A thrilling panel discussion at #TCESG25 diving deep into the pivotal themes of #Legal frameworks, #Accountability, and #Democratic limitations that are essential for driving #Transformative Change!

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 20

A thrilling panel discussion at #TCESG25 diving deep into the pivotal themes of #Legal frameworks, #Accountability, and #Democratic limitations that are essential for driving #Transformative Change!

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 20

At the #TCESG25 event, Karen O’Brien, Co-Chair of @ipbes.net, #TransformativeChange Assessment discussed the idea that the #SDGs should not be viewed as the objectives but rather as a pathway for achieving meaningful change.

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 20

At #TCESG25, @frankbiermann.bsky.social presented a bold concept of #pluritational governance, aiming to ignite decisive actions towards tackling the pressing #environmental and #social challenges we face in achieving the #SDGs

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 20

Today at #TCESG25, the plenary session will discuss pathways to transformative change. We will start by focusing on the effects of the #SDGs —there has been no #policy impact, but the #discourse on Sustainable Development has been significant.

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Alejandro Ordonez @anordonez1.bsky.social · Aug 20

Today at #TCESG25, the plenary session will discuss pathways to transformative change. We will start by focusing on the effects of the #SDGs —there has been no #policy impact, but the #discourse on Sustainable Development has been significant.

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