Delivering on these ambitious objectives requires a portfolio of activities, structured around the following workstreams:
● WP1: Promote and support R&I.
At least 6 co-funded joint research calls are planned, aiming for over €245M. This period saw the launch of the 4th call BiodivTransform (budget €40M+), including scoping workshops and webinars. The BiodivNBS call (Call 3) concluded with the evaluation of 183 pre-proposals and 108 eligible full proposals, leading to the selection of 34 projects. Kick-off, clustering, and data management meetings were held for the 33 projects funded under BiodivMon (Call 2).
● WP2: Transnational biodiversity monitoring schemes.
Efforts included sharing best practices, capacity building, and active learning among partners. Key outputs were a report on operational guidance, findings from IAS, soil and governance pilots, and the launch of 3 new pilots. Working group meetings and an expert workshop were held on biodiversity monitoring indicators. A roadmap on novel technologies was also produced following a dedicated expert WS.
● WP3: NbS implementation and biodiversity valuation in the private sector.
Achievements include a guide on the European R&I landscape for business and biodiversity (including success stories and public consultation), a foresight workshop on NbS and transformative change.
● WP4: Connecting R&I to policy.
Key activities included a dialogue event on ecosystem restoration and the launch of the BiodivRestore Knowledge Hub, which informed the BiodivConnect Call and the Hub's work plan. A second desk study assessed NbS for transformative change. A workshop explored collaboration with BioAgora. Three policy briefs on biodiversity and health were published, and a policy forum on biodiversity monitoring took place in Tallinn, alongside the BiodivMonproject kick-off.
● WP5: Internationalisation of European R&I.
Highlights included collaborations with IPBES, CBD, GBIF, and the development of strategies with MEAs and IPBES. A capacity-building workshop on global infrastructures (with focus on GBIF) was held in Tallinn. A mapping on scientific collaboration in transformative change was published. Partners supported IPBES TSU on knowledge generation catalysis. A concept note for joint training materials between CO-OP4CBD and Biodiversa+ was circulated.
● WP6: Communication and open science.
Highlights included an infographic summarising Biodiversa+’s first two years, and the launch of project and infrastructure databases. Work progressed on the Biodiversa+ Intranet, Report platform (for project reporting), and Access platform (to showcase results). Communication support was provided across WPs (e.g. brochures, Biome, event coordination).
● WP7: Stakeholder engagement.
Collaborative and inclusive engagement approaches were used at all levels. Key outputs include the establishment of the Advisory and Stakeholder Boards, partnerships with EuropaBON and Alternet, co-organisation of the Alternet Summer School, and launch of the Biodiversa+ Biome. Researchers received support via updated resources, training courses, masterclasses, and clustering activities.
● WP8 & WP9: Common vision and roadmap.
Efforts included updating the KPI monitoring framework, strategic collaboration with other Partnerships, and development of AWP4 with the second top-up amendment. The Chairs team ensured visibility with participation in over 50 partner events.
