Andrew Balmford

Andrew Balmford is a Fellow at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the School of Biological Sciences. His research focuses on conservation science, particularly the costs and benefits of conservation, the reconciliation of conservation and farming, and the effectiveness of conservation interventions. His work examines the reasons behind biodiversity loss and explores techniques such as GIS, field surveys, ecosystem service modelling, and analysis of interventions. Balmford's research areas include conservation science, conservation and agriculture, costs and benefits of conservation, and conservation interventions.

Andrew Balmford is a conservation scientist at the University of Cambridge, focusing on the intersection of agriculture, biodiversity, and ecosystem services. His research explores strategies to reconcile food production with conservation, emphasizing land sharing and land sparing approaches. Balmford's work addresses the economic and policy dimensions of conservation, including the financial costs of meeting biodiversity targets and the effectiveness of protected areas. His publications highlight the importance of integrating economic costs into conservation planning and the role of ecosystem services in shaping policy. His research also examines global conservation priorities, biodiversity losses, and the impact of human activities on wildlife, particularly in regions like the Cerrado hotspot.