Jenny Hammerich

Jenny Hammerich is a Researcher at Eberswalde University for Sustainable Development specializing in forest peatland restoration, currently leading the ‘Waldmoorrenaturierung Brandenburg’ project (2022–2026) to professionalize rewetting practices in Brandenburg’s forests. Her work bridges scientific research and practical forestry management through continuous collaboration with State Forestry Brandenburg.

Her academic credentials include:

• PhD in ‘Assessing the effects of peatland restoration’ (2019–2024) from Leuphana University Lüneburg
• Master’s in Regional Development and Nature Conservation (Management focus) from Eberswalde University (2013–2016)
• Bachelor’s in Geography (Sustainability focus) from University of Bremen (2009–2013) with exchange at Universidad de Salamanca

Her research centers on peatland hydrology and ecosystem recovery, developing methodologies to monitor water table dynamics, peat accumulation, and mire-specific biodiversity following restoration. She pioneered indicator-based approaches for assessing restoration success and quantifying carbon sequestration in rewetted sites. Her work demonstrates that even partial rewetting significantly enhances biodiversity and reduces greenhouse gas emissions, challenging previous assumptions about forest peatland restoration feasibility.

Analysis of her 12 publications (2017–2024) reveals three dominant trends: 1) Methodological innovation in monitoring (water table sensors, biodiversity indicators), 2) Policy-relevant quantification of ecosystem services (carbon storage, water regulation), and 3) Documentation of Brandenburg-specific restoration outcomes. Her German-language publications uniquely translate complex ecological findings for forestry practitioners.

Dr. Hammerich has secured project funding through State Forestry Brandenburg collaborations and coordinates knowledge transfer via the Biosphere Reserves Institute. Her 18+ conference presentations (2017–2024) target diverse audiences from scientists (International Mire Conservation Group) to policymakers (NABU Nature Conservation Day), emphasizing practical implementation.

She operates within the ‘Waldmoorrenaturierung’ project team, integrating field monitoring across Brandenburg’s forested peatlands with data analysis at Eberswalde University. This collaborative framework involves State Forestry technicians, Leuphana University researchers, and international partners like the LIFE Peat Restore initiative.