Pierre L. Ibisch

Prof. Dr. Pierre L. Ibisch is a Professor of Social Ecology of Forest Ecosystems at Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde (HNEE). He serves as Founding Director of the Centre for Econics and Ecosystem Management and co-founded the Biosphere Reserves Institute. His work integrates ecological, social, and ethical dimensions of forest conservation.

• Current academic affiliation: HNEE (since 2024)
• Previous roles: Professor for Nature Conservation (2004-2024), Research Professorships (2009-2024)

Research Focus: Ecosystem-based sustainable development, adaptive vulnerability management, and econics. He emphasizes transdisciplinary approaches to forest conservation and climate protection.

Scientific Contributions: Recent publications analyze post-fire forest recovery, climate change impacts on forests, road infrastructure effects, and policy implementation challenges. His work demonstrates systemic understanding of forest ecosystems through empirical and conceptual studies.

• Notable 2025 studies: Post-fire regeneration dynamics, EU restoration policy implementation, roadless area conservation

Awards & Memberships:

• Advisory Board Member, German Federal Ministry for the Environment (2024)
• Founding Program Director, B.Sc. Social-Ecological Forest Management
• Board member of multiple conservation organizations