People & Nature

The program

Adessium aims to create a society that takes a responsible approach to nature and the environment. Part of our work involves the conservation of valuable nature in the Netherlands and Europe. We are committed to healthy ecosystems where nature has room to regenerate. Simultaneously, we aspire to achieve a clean environment, free from visible and invisible pollution, also in the interest of our health.

Theme 1 Protecting valuable nature

Theme 2 Healthy living environment

Theme 1

Protecting valuable nature

Europe has a lot of valuable nature. Healthy ecosystems are crucial for our society. Ecosystems provide clean (drinking) water and clean air, pollinate crops, produce wood and provide important space for recreation. However, the diversity of plant and animal species is under severe pressure due to human activity. This means that the value that nature can provide is increasingly limited.

Our goal

Contribute to protecting and restoring vulnerable ecosystems in the Mediterranean and the Netherlands.

Our overall approach

• We aim to restore the Mediterranean Sea to a rich and resilient ecosystem. Our partner organizations are working to strengthen the network of marine protected areas and reduce fishing pressure through better compliance. In addition, we facilitate and support alliances between NGOs and foundations in the region to increase their impact.

• In the Netherlands, we contribute to initiatives that accelerate biodiversity recovery. For example, by reducing significant pressure factors such as those from agriculture or by strengthening the network of robust nature reserves.

• In the polarized context of agriculture and food, we support science-based initiatives that build bridges between different groups and visions.

Partner in the spotlight

Transitiecoalitie Voedsel: “We were invited to the discussion tables”

Transitiecoalitie Voedsel (Food Transition Coalition) is working on structural solutions to systemic problems in the agricultural and food sector. Structured as a multistakeholder coalition, the Food Transition Coalition, brings together farmers, companies, scientists, NGOs and policy makers around the complex issues of a system’s transition. The coalition brings in ideas for policy change at the national and provincial levels, helping farmers transition to new business models and nature-inclusive agriculture.

Willem Lageweg, sustainable agriculture coordinator at Transitiecoalitie Voedsel: “In the turmoil of the nitrogen discussion, Transitiecoalitie Voedsel was regularly invited to the main discussion tables. We spoke with the cabinet’s negotiator Remkes, various ministers, civil servants and the industry. Collectively, we sought solutions to address significant challenges in agriculture and nature.”