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The biological conservation andecological restoration of natural and semi-natural habitats are bothessential in Europe.The aim of the conference is to present and assessthe state-of-the-art in ecological restoration and to bring togetherscientists, policy makers, practitioners and stakeholders for mutualexchange and synergy. Through lectures, workshops, poster sessions andexcursions, the conference will offer an outstanding opportunity fortransboundary contacts and exchanges of knowledge, experiences, and“best” or at least successful practices in ecological restoration, anemerging field and profession at the crossroads of applied ecology,ecological and environmental economics.

Without consideration of the “special”ecological and economical aspects of the Mediterranean environment, thesustainability of restoration processes and restored ecosystems cannotbe achieved. Cooperation is essential as well. The recently established“Mediterranean Union” will facilitate transboundary cooperation among the 24 countries of theMediterranean Basin, and between the Mediterranean Union and the othercountries of the European Union. Restoring and improving the ecologicalhealth and sustainability of habitats, ecosystems, ecosystem services,and landscapes in Europe is a major challenge, particularly in the faceof increasing pressures due to global changes including land use,demography, socio-economic, and climate changes.