Supported by funding from the E3 Sharing Space for Nature initiative, we are leading the formation of a Spatial Nature Planning (SNaP) Community in England.

This is a community of practice for those based in England and involved with conservation planning in the UK and internationally. While systematic conservation planning (SCP) is a proven approach globally, its uptake in England has been limited. The SNaP Community therefore aims to foster the exchange of experiences and expertise to help SCP meaningfully support relevant policy and practice in the country.

To support this, we are launching an annual SNaP Forum, bringing together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. The first Forum, scheduled for April 2025, will introduce SCP, explore its applications, and discuss objectives for the SNaP Community and how it can help operationalise SCP in England for the achievement of nature recovery goals.