Eric Lonsdorf

Dr. Eric Lonsdorf is an Assistant Professor at Emory University and Senior Fellow at the Natural Capital Project. He holds a BA in Biology from Carleton College (1996) and PhD in Ecology and Evolution from University of Minnesota (2004). His applied research integrates ecosystem service valuation into land management decisions using quantitative methods spanning agricultural and urban systems.

Research focuses on sustainable agriculture practices, urban green infrastructure planning, pollinator conservation, and equitable nature-based solutions. Recent publications examine socioeconomic dimensions of urban greenspaces, pollinator habitat in renewable energy facilities, and pesticide risk modeling.

Key research trends include spatial analysis of environmental justice in urban planning, multi-functional landscape design for biodiversity conservation, and policy-relevant models bridging ecological and economic systems across geographic scales. Articles demonstrate consistent focus on practical applications for conservation decision-making.