Clara Veerkamp

As an environmental scientist, I explore the relationships between nature and people, emphasizing the diverse values nature holds for society. I often use the concept of ecosystem services (nature’s contribution to people) and nature-based solutions to frame my research. At the Department of Global Sustainability, I focus on mainstreaming nature into decision-making processes. My work involves spatial modeling and scenario analysis, particularly within the GLOBIO model project, to support both Dutch and international policies on sustainability and nature-inclusive development. I am especially interested in urban environments, exploring how nature can address urban challenges like climate resilience, biodiversity and public health. With a strong collaborative approach, I thrive in interdisciplinary research projects and have experiences and interest in working on the science-policy interface.