International Forestry & Environment Symposium 2027

Bring your research into the conversation. Join researchers, academics, professionals, policymakers and practitioners to explore circular solutions across forestry, environmental management and sustainable development.

The International Forestry and Environment Symposium is South Asia’s oldest and longest-running symposium, organized by the Department of Forestry and Environmental Science at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka.

For three decades, this premier event has brought together researchers, professionals, policy makers and industry leaders to discuss the latest developments in forestry and environmental science, fostering innovation and collaboration in these critical fields.

To be the leading international platform driving transformative research and innovation in forestry and environmental science, fostering sustainable solutions that secure our planet’s natural resources for future generations.

Serves as the premier platform for Natural Resources Management researchers to showcase cutting-edge research and engage with policy makers and industry leaders. We are committed to bridging academia and practice, ensuring scientific innovations drive sustainable environmental solutions globally.

Abstracts will be reviewed by a panel of experts; those selected will be published in symposium proceedings. Authors of the selected abstracts have the option to submit their full papers to The Journal of Tropical Forest and Environment. The journal has a double-blind peer-review process.