Shifts in yak herding in Nepal, science–society interaction in biosphere reserves worldwide, topography–development links in the European Alps: read about these and other topics in this open issue.

Farm trees as cultural keystone species in Morocco, Andean forest restoration in Peru, and forest structural complexity in Nepal: read about these and other topics in this focus issue.

We invite papers emerging from recent research collaborations across different disciplines, experiences, and geographic and cultural perspectives that are slated for presentation at IMC2025.

Benefits and costs of spring revival in Nepal, the Andean Social–Ecological Observatory Network, or Iranian herders’ livelihood strategies: read about these and other topics in this open issue.

Articles examine rural–urban change in Peru, cultural ecosystem services in Armenia, rural development in Georgia, and governance for sustainable development in the European Alps.

How can tourism support sustainable development in mountains? We invite papers that analyze trends and impacts, assess solutions for sustainable tourism, or provide policy, action, or research...

Read about pastoralism in Ladakh, links between migration and exotic plant species in the Andes, and the heterogeneity of Swiss alpine summer farms—and how all this relates to sustainable development.

How can innovation contribute to sustainability in mountains? We invite papers that assess innovation processes, examine innovation practices, or provide agendas for policy, action, or research.

Articles present a conceptual model for puna grassland restoration, local government perspectives on spring drying and revival, a social science research agenda for landscape conservation, and more.

How can woodland resurgence best benefit people and nature? Submit your notice of intent by 31 January! Full papers are due by 30 April 2024.

Panelists and participants jointly explored how knowledge can be leveraged to recover degraded or destroyed ecosystems and to conserve intact ecosystems.

How can woodland resurgence best benefit people and nature? We invite papers that assess interventions, examine dynamics and impacts, or provide research, policy, and action agendas.

Panelists closely involved with research, policy, and practice will share insights on how knowledge can support restoration and conservation of mountain ecosystems.

Topics include farmer’s attitudes to herd protection in Italy, environmental and social monitoring in the Andes, implications of an increase in visitors to the Swiss National Park, and more.

An MRD author and other panelists discussed insights from research, two regional monitoring systems, and a global observation initiative. Click to read the key takeaways and watch the recording!

An MRD author and panelists from academia who are closely involved with policy and practice will share insights from research, two monitoring systems, and a global observation initiative.

The panelists explored how science, business, civil society, and global initiatives can help make outdoor sports benefit ecosystems and people. Click to read the key insights and watch the recording!

We invite assessments of development and policy experiences, empirical studies on topics emphasized in the Caucasus Regional Research Agenda, and systematic reviews.

How can migration contribute to sustainable development in mountains? This call for papers is now open until 10 May 2023!

MRD authors, practitioners, and researchers will share experiences of social innovations. Join us to learn and reflect on how to promote such innovations for sustainable mountain economies!