The European Forest Institute opens new UK office tostrengthen forest governance collaboration

The European Forest Institute (EFI) has officially opened its new office in Midlothian Science Zone, on Bush Estate, expanding its presence in Europe and strengthening collaboration with partners across the United Kingdom, helping connect UK expertise with EFI's European and international networks, supporting cooperation on climate resilience, sustainable forest management, forest restoration and forest governance.

 Midlothian was selected as the location for EFI's UK office because of its world-class forestry research, academic and policy communities, internationally engaged institutions, and growing expertise in climate, nature and sustainable development.

The location will also host the International Forest Governance Hub (IFGH), a new collaborative platform that promotes inclusive, evidence-based forest governance through policy engagement, applied research, shared learning and strategic partnerships.

By bringing together research, policy and practice, EFI continues to strengthen international collaboration and knowledge exchange for forests and people.