25th Annual Meeting
May 28-30, 2025
University of Georgia
Hosted by the College of Engineering
Institute for Resilient Infrastructure Systems
Athens, Georgia
Ecological Engineering Design:
A Return to Resilience
Join us for the 25th AEES conference, in vibrant Athens, Georgia. For this special anniversary, AEES has returned to its birthplace; the first AEES conference was held in 2001 on the University of Georgia campus.
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The conference draws ecological engineers from around the country. Take the opportunity to learn about all of the latest happenings in the world of ecological engineering,
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Become a Certified Ecological Designer (CED);
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Earn Professional Development Hours
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Celebrate the second year of publishing by the society's open-access Journal of Ecological Engineering Design (JEED);
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Learn about the ongoing ABET accreditation process;
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Learn how academic institutions across the country are bringing ecological engineering to their campuses; and
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Experience local ecosystems and ecosystem restoration activities through tours and site visits.
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Athens, Georgia is a wonderful place to visit--enjoy the local music scene at the Georgia Theater, wander downtown and pick from a plethora of delicious places to eat, go for a walk at one of the local parks, or bike along the greenway that winds along the Oconee River.
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The American Ecological Engineering Society's mission is to promote the development of sustainable ecosystems that integrate human society with its natural environment for the benefit of both by fostering education and outreach, extending professional development and associations, raising public awareness, and encouraging original research.
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Submissions are open for abstracts special sessions! See the conference topics and read about the guidelines for presentations.
Abstract Submission and Travel Grants
View the full agenda, including descriptions of technical sessions for the 2025 Annual Meeting!
Agenda
Registration
Online registration for members will be open January 15. If you haven't renewed your membership, do so now to take advantage of special prices for AEES members and students!
Sponsoring the 25th AEES Annual Meeting is a great opportunity to promote your organization and give back to the future of Ecological Engineering! See who is sponsoring this year.
Sponsors & Partners
Several exciting educational field tours will be offered as well as entertaining social opportunities at this year's Annual Meeting.
Field Tours
& Socials
We have invited several outstanding speakers to present as our Keynote and invited session speakers!
Keynote & Plenary Speakers
CED Workshop will be offered, as well as opportunities to earn PDHs and CEUs for select professional boards.