Utrecht University

About this Co-Host

Founded in 1636, Utrecht University is an esteemed international research university, consistently positioned in the top 15 in continental Europe and the worldwide top 100 of international rankings, and member of the renowned League of European Research Universities.

Utrecht University, one of the Netherlands’ leading research institutions, is internationally acclaimed for its pioneering work in earth system governance. As the current host of the Earth System Governance International Project Office, Utrecht University plays a central role in advancing global research on the governance of environmental change. Utrecht University scholars are dedicated to an interdisciplinary approach that combines insights from the natural and social sciences to develop innovative governance strategies that can effectively respond to global environmental challenges. Through its long-term affiliation with the Earth System Governance Project, Utrecht University fosters a collaborative international research community, influencing policy and practice worldwide.

Utrecht University

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