Lars Hein

Prof. Lars Hein is a Professor of Ecosystem Services and Environmental Change at Wageningen University & Research, serving as Deputy Chair of the Environmental Systems Analysis Group. He focuses on ecosystem accounting methodologies, contributing to the UN's System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA). His research bridges ecological economics, natural resource management, and sustainable development. Previously, he worked at Shell International and the FAO/World Bank, gaining industry and international policy experience. He has authored over 100 articles and received the prestigious European Research Council Personal Grant (2010). His work emphasizes integrating environmental data into national accounting frameworks to inform policy decisions.

His research interests include ecosystem valuation, climate adaptation, and land-use planning. He collaborates on projects like NATURELAB (EU-funded) and has advised on natural capital accounting for governments and international organizations. Prof. Hein's expertise spans GIS applications, biodiversity assessment, and the socio-economic impacts of environmental policies. He teaches courses in environmental systems analysis and regional environmental management, fostering the next generation of sustainability scholars.

Prof. Hein's awards include the ERC Grant and recognition for advancing ecosystem accounting standards. His projects address global challenges such as peatland restoration, deforestation impacts, and sustainable resource use. He actively participates in advisory roles for industry and NGOs, ensuring research translates into actionable strategies for environmental stewardship.