Team

LUONNONVARAKESKUS
(Luke)

LUONNONVARAKESKUS

(Luke)

The Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) is the second largest, public, non-profit research and expert organisation in Finland operating under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry of Finland. Its task is to promote competitive business based on the sustainable use of renewable natural resources, as well as wellbeing and the vitality of the countryside. Currently Luke is involved in about 115 EU-funded projects, of which 16 are Luke-led Horizon projects.

THE JAMES HUTTON INSTITUTE (JHI)

THE JAMES HUTTON INSTITUTE
(JHI)

At The James Hutton Institute we respond to the challenges posed by the climate and nature crises through applying our scientific expertise to developing interventions, tools, products and land management practices to improve the resilience of crops, land, natural resources and communities.

Our unique research is tested in labs and at scale on our farms. We combine expertise in both natural and socio-economic sciences to consider the connections between crops, resources and people.

STICHTING RADBOUD UNIVERSITEIT (SRU)

STICHTING RADBOUD UNIVERSITEIT
(SRU)

Radboud University in Nijmegen is one of the best broad, classical universities in the Netherlands. RU wants to contribute to a healthy, free world with equal opportunities for all and to be of significance both regionally and internationally.

UK CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY (UKCEH)

UK CENTRE FOR ECOLOGY & HYDROLOGY (UKCEH)

The UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology is a world-leading independent research institute, carrying out excellent environmental science with impact.
UNIWERSYTET WARSZAWSKI (UNIWARSAW)

UNIWERSYTET WARSZAWSKI (UNIWARSAW)

University of Warsaw is a leading Polish institution. Its mission, established in 1816, remains valid: “The University should not only maintain in the nation both knowledge and skills at the level already achieved in the scientific world, but also develop and disseminate them, as well as apply their theory for the public good”.
WETLANDS INTERNATIONAL EUROPEAN ASSOCIATION - (WI EA)

WETLANDS INTERNATIONAL EUROPEAN ASSOCIATION - (WI EA)

Wetlands International Europe is the only network organisation in Europe bringing together NGOs from nine European countries, whose shared mission is to inspire and mobilise society to safeguard and restore wetland ecosystems, by linking science, policy, and practice.
F6S EU TECH INNOVATION NETWORK DESIGNATED ACTIVITY COMPANY (F6STech)

F6S EU TECH INNOVATION NETWORK DESIGNATED ACTIVITY COMPANY (F6STech)

F6S is the leading SME network and platform for application management for commercial, corporate, government, university and other accelerator programs, helping thousands of such initiatives worldwide.
UNIVERSITAET GREIFSWALD
(UG)

UNIVERSITAET GREIFSWALD

(UG)

Universitaet Greifswald partners in the Greifswald Mire Centre, a peatland thinktank that is globally a main driver for developing paludiculture as a management tool for rewetted peatlands and value chain creation. UG supports cooperation with “PaludiZentrale” and provides expertise in organising international paludiculture stakeholder tours and participatory public involvement tools.

MICHAEL SUCCOW STIFTUNG ZUM SCHUTZDER NATUR (MSF)

MICHAEL SUCCOW STIFTUNG ZUM SCHUTZDER NATUR (MSF)

The Succow Foundation is a German non-profit nature conservation foundation active both nationally and internationally. Founded in 1999, its guiding principles are “Preserve, Sustain, Value”. Together with the University of Greifswald and DUENE e.V. as partners, it forms the Greifswald Mire Centre, an internationally recognised centre of excellence for all aspects of peatlands. Succow Foundation has long-term experience in applied peatland conservation, restoration and paludiculture projects.
THE WILDLIFE TRUST FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE 
AND NORTHAMPTONSHIRE (WTBCN)

THE WILDLIFE TRUST FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE 
AND NORTHAMPTONSHIRE (WTBCN)

We protect the natural environment by managing over 100 nature reserves and providing education, advice, volunteering opportunities and community events to bring people closer to nature, backed by 1000 volunteers and 37,000 members.
VSI PELKIU ATKURIMO IR APSAUGOS FONDAS (PF)

VSI PELKIU ATKURIMO IR APSAUGOS FONDAS (PF)

Foundation for Peatlands Restoration and Conservation is a non-profit nature protection organization that protects, restores and takes care of sustainable use and education of peatlands and other ecosystems. The founders and members of the organization are peatland scientists and restoration specialists with many years of experience in various nature management projects in the field of biodiversity conservation, habitat restoration, climate change, agricultural policy, and innovative solutions. The organization is assisted by an advisory council consisting of Lithuanian and EU experts in the field of peatland restoration and conservation.
EZERU UN PURVU IZPETES CENTRS (LPRC)

EZERU UN PURVU IZPETES CENTRS (LPRC)

Lake and Peatland Research Centre conducts scientific research and educates society on lakes, peatlands, and environmental changes. Through collaboration with local and international partners, we enhance knowledge sharing and best practices. Our goal is to foster informed decision-making for a sustainable future. Let’s meet in nature, in lectures, and in discussions.
CENTRUM OCHRONY MOKRADEL (CMok)

CENTRUM OCHRONY MOKRADEL
(CMok)

Centrum Ochrony Mokradeł (Wetlands Conservation Centre) is a Polish NGO with 20+ years of experience in wetlands monitoring, conservation & restoration, awareness raising, education and policy consultation. We are an association of scientists and nature enthusiasts with a mission to protect wetlands and support others in caring for them. We are a member of the Save the Rivers Coalition, 10% Coalition, a founding member of Wetlands International – European Association and a partner of the 1% for the Planet movement.
INSTYTUT TECHNOLOGICZNO-PRZYRODNICZY-PANSTWOWY INSTYTUT BADAWCZY (ITP)

INSTYTUT TECHNOLOGICZNO-PRZYRODNICZY-PANSTWOWY INSTYTUT BADAWCZY (ITP)

The Institute of Technology and Life Sciences – National Research Institute (ITP-PIB) is supervised by the Polish Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. Conducts survey, advisory, dissemination, and monitoring. Particularly focus on the problem of water resources availability and water management in agriculture and rural areas, agro-ecosystem dynamics, especially permanent grasslands, semi-natural habitats and wetlands, soil protection in terms of GHG emissions, but also fodder production technology or management and planning of environmental conditions in agricultural facilities.

SZKOLA GLOWNA GOSPODARSTWA WIEJSKIEGO (SGGW)

SZKOLA GLOWNA GOSPODARSTWA WIEJSKIEGO (SGGW)

Warsaw University of Life Sciences-SGGW is the oldest and largest life sciences university in Poland. 13 faculties, 3 research centres, 1300 researchers and 13000 students work here on the most up-to-date environmental issues.
VESTAECO NONWOVENS SPOLKA Z OGRANICZONA ODPOWIEDZIALNOSCIA (VestaEco)

VESTAECO NONWOVENS SPOLKA Z OGRANICZONA ODPOWIEDZIALNOSCIA (VestaEco)

VestaEco is a Polish producer of bio-based composite materials for construction, furniture and packaging applications. Our patented technology allows us to produce fibrous pulp from lignocellulosic fibres from agricultural biomass (cereal straw) as well as to produce composite boards and batts of low and medium density. The use of an agricultural biomass, which is a rapidly renewable raw material, absorbing CO2 during growth helps to reduce the carbon footprint of the final product.
WELRENT B.V. (Wellink)

WELRENT B.V. (Wellink)

At Wellink Equipment, we have positioned ourselves as a full-liner specializing in various types of machines, including track, crawler, wetland, and low-impact equipment. Our machines are designed to operate under all weather conditions, even in areas with low load-bearing capacity. This makes them ideal for specific sectors such as cultural and (nature) landscape management, wetland, and paludiculture. Our focus on sustainability and minimal impact on the environment makes us an attractive choice for customers working in ecologically sensitive and protected natural areas. With a ground pressure starting from 30 g/cm², our machines can operate without causing significant damage to the soil. This is in stark contrast to the ground pressure of an average person, which is around 300 g/cm². At Wellink Equipment B.V., we contribute to sustainability, and biodiversity flourishes!
SALTYCO LTD (SALT)

SALTYCO LTD (SALT)

Ponda develops BioPuff®, a plant-based insulation made from wetland plants, offering a sustainable alternative to synthetic and animal-based materials. By working with farmers and conservation groups, Ponda supports wetland restoration, helping to reduce carbon emissions and improve biodiversity. Using a patent pending fiber extraction process, we transform Typha latifolia into high-performance insulation for fashion and outdoor brands. With operations expanding across Europe and North America, Ponda is building a supply chain that connects material innovation with ecosystem regeneration.