Wildfires & Forestry
Explore the role of forest and biodiversity management in mitigating wildfires and enhancing coastal resilience.
Join leaders in forestry, fire management, and NatureTech to explore how biodiversity data and eDNA can guide wildfire risk reduction and resilient forest management. Learn how science-driven approaches support sustainable practices, restoration, and community safety. Connect with experts, share strategies, and contribute to shaping innovative solutions, all in the dynamic setting of New York City, USA.
About the workshop
Date: December 4, 2025
Location: New York City, New York, USA
Time Frame: Half day (Starts late afternoon around 2PM and goes into the evening, including dinner)
Capacity: ~10 participants
Costs & Funding: Food and drinks are covered.
Language: English
Accessibility: Please let us know about dietary restrictions or accessibility needs when registering.
Contact: lorissa@ednaexplorer.org
Explore our venues:
New York Botanical Garden
Enjoy world-class gardens, peaceful walking paths, and cutting-edge plant science facilities.
Wander through the historic Haupt Conservatory
Explore curated gardens and old-growth forest
Enjoy the holiday lights in the park
Pfizer Plant Research Laboratory
The Pfizer Laboratory is a leading hub for plant genomics, conservation research, and molecular science.
Home to state-of-the-art molecular and genomics facilities
Supports global plant conservation and biodiversity initiatives
Downtown NYC
A global hub of culture, science, and innovation, NYC offers endless opportunities to explore before or after the workshop.
Iconic museums, parks, and waterfronts
World-class food, from street vendors to top restaurants
Vibrant neighborhoods only a short train ride from the NYBG
Agenda
December 4, 2025
Pfizer Conference Room, New York Botanical Gardens
2:00 PM - Ice breaker activity and introductions
2:15 PM - Opening remarks and three workshop recap
2:30 PM - Biodiversity measurement tools and concepts
2:45 PM - Facilitated discussion of related challenges in forestry and beyond
3:15 PM - Break
3:30 PM - Paired discussions and brainstorming on small scale projects vs. macro financing
4:30 PM - Envisioning solutions across key themes
5:00 PM - Leave for dinner
5:15 PM - Dinner and continued discussion
Interested in attending?
