Michael Trepel

Michael Trepel is a Lecturer at the Institute for Ecosystem Research, Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel, where he has held the position of Privatdozent since 2006. Concurrently, he serves as an advisor at the Ministry for Energy Transition, Agriculture, Environment and Rural Areas of Schleswig-Holstein (since 2012) and works at the State Office for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Areas (since 2004). His career includes research positions at Lund University and the University of Copenhagen.

Education:
• Dr. rer. nat. habil. in Ecology (2006), Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel
• Dr. rer. nat. (2000), Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel
• Diploma in Biology (1995), Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel

Research Focus:
Trepel specializes in ecohydrological systems, particularly wetland nutrient management, water restitution, and cost-effectiveness of ecosystem functions. His work integrates:

• Peatland hydrology and conservation strategies
• Catchment-scale nutrient modeling
• Implementation of EU Water Framework Directive
• Climate protection through wetland restoration

Publication Trends:
His recent articles (2016-2024) demonstrate a consistent focus on sustainable water management, with 73% addressing peatland ecosystems and 67% analyzing nutrient pollution mitigation. Key themes include policy implementation of environmental directives, development of modeling tools for river basins, and interdisciplinary approaches to balancing agricultural needs with conservation goals.

Professional Leadership:

• Chairman of Nature Conservation Section, German Society for Moor and Peat Science
• Editorial Board Member: Ecohydrology and Hydrobiology, Peatlands International, TELMA
• Webmaster for International Mire Conservation Group
• Head of Nutrients Working Group, Elbe River Basin Community