Arjen Buijs

Arjen Buijs is an Associate Professor in Forest and Nature Conservation Policy at Wageningen University & Research. His research focuses on societal perceptions of nature, governance of environmental policies, and sustainability transitions. He actively contributes to over 224 research outputs, including peer-reviewed articles, reports, and conference papers.

Key research interests include nature-based solutions, environmental justice, and the role of citizen engagement in conservation. He supervises multiple PhD projects exploring rewilding, human-nature connections, and wildlife governance in China. His work bridges academic research with practical applications through projects like the 'Nature Futures Framework' and 'Mosaic Governance' initiatives.

• Activities: Organized conferences on society-nature resources, delivered keynote lectures, and participated in policy workshops.
• Media Engagement: Provided expert commentary on nature access restrictions, citizen initiatives, and conservation strategies in Dutch media.
• Grants & Projects: Active in EU-funded projects like CONEXUS and GREEN SURGE, focusing on urban green infrastructure and citizen-led initiatives.

His research emphasizes transformative change through participatory governance and education, with a focus on equitable environmental policies.