In a ceremonial passing of the baton in Malmö, Leipzig was officially announced as the host city for the European Forum on Urban Forestry (EFUF) 2027. The conference will bring together forestry and arboriculture experts from across Europe and beyond to exchange knowledge, share best practices, and explore innovative approaches to urban green infrastructure.
Since its founding in 1998, EFUF has become one of Europe’s leading platforms for discussion and collaboration on urban greenery and forest management. Every year, practitioners, researchers, policymakers, public administrators, and educational institutions convene to address pressing issues such as climate adaptation, public engagement, innovative management strategies, and nature-based solutions for resilient cities.
Clive Davies, Chair of the European Forum on Urban Forestry (EFUF) reports that
“the EFUF Association is delighted that it’s 2027 conference is being held in the City of Leipzig. EFUF is an annual event for those engaged in research, practice and policy on the management of urban trees and urban green infrastructure across Europe and beyond. These topics are now recognised as very important for nature recovery and public health and well-being. Our delegates are looking forward to viewing the work being undertaken in the City as well as the opportunity to share latest research ideas and examples of good practice”.
Leipzig previously hosted EFUF in 2012 and now continues its strong tradition as a hub for urban forestry. Following previous conferences in cities such as Stockholm, Barcelona, Helsinki, Krakow, Zurich, and Malmö, Leipzig will once again welcome the international urban forestry community.
The 2027 conference will provide a forum to discuss current challenges and future perspectives for urban forests in Europe while highlighting innovative approaches to creating livable, climate-resilient cities. The event will take place at the New Town Hall.
Further details on the program and registration will be available on the websites of the City of Leipzig and EFUF.
Published in German at: https://www.lvz.de/lokales/leipzig/nach-malmoe-und-barcelona-european-forum-on-urban-forestry-kommt-2027-nach-leipzig-3YMQ4JXGEBDM7E5MIWLIOHJHIE.html