Our current projects

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The path to a nature-positive future is constantly changing. Here, you can see what our team is working on, from important reports to new partnerships. Draw inspiration from our ongoing projects and media appearances.

Do you see opportunities for collaboration, or would you like to know how we can support your project? We would like to hear your ideas and explore ways in which we can support each other.

Innovative solutions for today's biodiversity issues

Projects

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Basic Quality of Nature knowledge programme

The Basic Quality of Nature (Basiskwaliteit Natuur - BKN) refers to the fundamental conditions required for the survival of common species. These conditions are of great importance not only to nature, but also to human health and well-being — consider…
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Commit2Green

Commit2Green: Participatory urban greening and renaturing towards climate neutrality and resilience in European cities. Commit2Green (C2G) is a 5-year Horizon Europe Innovation Action project (2025-2030) led by ICLEI that supports eight European cities in…
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Nature-rich neighborhood in the east of the Netherlands

Knowledge Naturally! Green knowledge made useful

In Knowledge Naturally! young researchers answer knowledge questions about nature-inclusive or climate-proof living and working for clients from society. This varies from water boards, provinces, housing to commercial companies. As long as the demand…
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Natuur Navigator

The Nature Navigator is an innovative, web-based tool that helps local authorities and consultancy firms enhance biodiversity. It provides insight into where the greatest gains can be made, highlighting current conditions and recommending appropriate…
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Project partners
& collaboration

Collaborating to apply knowledge contributes to making an impact. We work closely with businesses and social organisations to turn scientific knowledge into practical courses of action. By working together, we empower our partners to contribute directly and effectively to a nature-positive world.

Would you like to work with us to make an impact, or would you like to find out how our expertise could support your organisation? Please contact us.

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In the
media

If you are a journalist with questions about biodiversity, our institute, our research, our museum or our collection, please contact the Communications Department on +31 6 35 11 29 99 (available every day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.) or communicatie@naturalis.mom.

 We believe that scientific knowledge only gains true power when it is shared with everyone. Whether it's a national status report or a local workshop, we make complex matters understandable. This empowers society to take control of restoring biodiversity. Below, you will find a selection of our recent media appearances and publications.

  • 'The State of Biodiversity 2025' – national coverage in NOS, NRC and Volkskrant, among others.
    • 'Unknown animals lack a fan club'Arjen Lubach on the value of all species.
  • 'National Biodiversity Dashboard' - National attention in, among others, NOS
  • 'Biodiversity verge management under the microscope' – radio interview with Lotte on Omroep West about practical nature conservation.
  • 'International Strategy for Pollinators' – keynote by Marten Schoonman on the 'Theory of Change' (video).
  • 'National Bee Count' – Visit our website to see how we involve thousands of citizens in research every year.
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