Leonie Friedrich

Leonie Friedrich is a Science-Policy Coordinator at the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) in Halle-Jena-Leipzig. Her work bridges environmental science and policy, focusing on biodiversity governance, science communication, and the societal dimensions of climate change. She specializes in understanding trade-offs between policies affecting nature and human well-being, and in strengthening science-policy interfaces for effective biodiversity conservation.

Her research emphasizes translating scientific findings into actionable policy recommendations, particularly in urban and landscape contexts. Key themes include ecosystem services, citizen science, and nature-based solutions for climate adaptation. She collaborates with international initiatives like the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES).

• Expertise: Science-Policy Coordination, Biodiversity Policy, Climate Adaptation
• Key Works: Authored/co-authored books on ecosystem services, citizen science, and peatland restoration
• Current Projects: Supporting iDiv’s Ecosystems of the Future and Biodiversity and People research clusters

Leonie advocates for interdisciplinary approaches to address complex environmental challenges, emphasizing the need for societal engagement and evidence-based policymaking.