Frank Wugt Larsen

Frank Wugt Larsen is an expert in biodiversity knowledge and networks, currently working at the European Environment Agency since May 2020. In this role, responsibilities include supporting the strategic implementation of the Biodiversity and Ecosystems domain and shaping the EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030, as well as leading international biodiversity efforts related to the UN CBD and IPBES. Previously, Larsen held positions at the European Environment Agency focusing on biodiversity assessments from 2012 to 2019, and worked as a conservation scientist at Conservation International from 2008 to 2012. Additional experience includes a project officer role at The Nature Agency, a project consultant position at the University of Copenhagen, and consulting for Bjerregaard Consulting. Larsen holds a PhD and MSc in Conservation Biology from the University of Copenhagen, completed in 2006 and 2001, respectively.