In this video, we dive into the innovative work happening at The University of Oxford to support nature recovery and ecosystem restoration in Oxfordshire.
Learn how the HERO (Healthy Ecosystem Restoration in Oxfordshire) network is bridging the gap between academic research and practical nature recovery efforts. By leveraging The University of Oxford’s academic knowledge, research expertise, and convening power, HERO is partnering with local organisations, environmental groups, and government stakeholders to test and showcase diverse ecosystem restoration strategies. Oxfordshire is at the forefront of becoming a model county for nature recovery, with a strong network of nature recovery groups already active in the region.
HERO is building a community of practice that connects natural and social science researchers with local authorities, environmental organisations, and community groups, all working towards the goal of restoring and enhancing biodiversity. Discover how the HERO network is contributing to sustainable and impactful ecosystem restoration and what it means for the future of biodiversity and conservation in Oxfordshire and beyond.
Thanks to Matthew Mulholland at the Oxford Media Group for producing this short film. https://www.oxfordmediagroup.uk
Related Research Themes
Ecology
Testing the effectiveness of different ecological approaches for nature recovery to support biodiversity and the delivery of ecosystem services such as climate change mitigation and adaptation.
Finance
Scaling finance and investment for rapid nature recovery at a global scale.
Society
Encompassing the governance and socio-cultural dimensions of nature recovery.
Human health and wellbeing
Exploring, understanding, and determining those aspects of nature which directly contribute to improvements in physical and mental health and wellbeing.
