Gerjan Piet

Dr. Gerjan Piet is a marine ecologist and researcher at Wageningen University & Research specializing in ecosystem-based approaches to marine spatial planning. His work focuses on integrating environmental impact assessment frameworks with stakeholder engagement strategies across European North Sea initiatives. Current projects include EU-funded research programs like GES4SEAS and MarinePlan Improved addressing cumulative impact assessments for offshore windfarm development.

• Expert in marine ecosystem services
• Active in EU marine conservation policy implementation
• Co-promotor for PhD research on offshore windfarms
• Developed Ocean Multi-use Assessment Framework (OMAF)

Piet's recent publications demonstrate expertise in risk-based marine protection strategies and model collaboration practices. His research spans habitat mapping, multi-use assessment tools, and transdisciplinary science application for sustainable maritime spatial planning.

Collaborative networks include institutions across Spain, France, and the Netherlands with emphasis on North Sea ecology and conservation targets.