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EPD-Net Team Member Prof. Dr. Maria Gabriella Trovato Honoured with the 2026 IFLA President’s Award

The EPD-Net consortium is pleased to celebrate the recognition of its team member, Prof. Dr. Maria Gabriella Trovato, with the 2026 President’s Award of the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA).

This prestigious distinction recognises her contributions to humanitarian landscape architecture, ecological restoration, and socially inclusive approaches to landscape recovery, particularly in communities affected by conflict, displacement, and environmental challenges.

Through her academic and professional engagement, including her work with Landscape Architects Without Borders (LAWB), Maria Gabriella Trovato has contributed to advancing the understanding of landscapes as essential components of community well-being, cultural identity, environmental recovery, and long-term resilience.

Her work closely resonates with the mission of EPD-Net, which seeks to strengthen international cooperation, education, and professional capacity in ecological planning and design, disaster risk reduction, and resilient recovery.

The EPD-Net consortium warmly congratulates Maria on this distinguished international recognition. We are delighted to have her expertise and commitment within our international partnership and look forward to continuing our collaborative efforts towards more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable environments.

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AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Afetler Gelmeden Önce Neredeyiz? - 3

Turning scientific knowledge into practice to reduce disaster risk, with EPD-Net and learning networks adapted to local conditions.

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AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Afetler Gelmeden Önce Neredeyiz? – 2

How long-term land-use and planning decisions shape disaster risk, and why protecting the natural water cycle matters.

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AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Afetler Gelmeden Önce Neredeyiz?

Reflections on urban vulnerability, natural processes and planning before disasters, prompted by heavy rainfall in Istanbul.

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AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Peyzaj Mimarlığı ve Yaratmamız Gereken Gelecek - 2

A Turkish translation of Jack Dangermond’s reflections on landscape architecture, designing with nature, GIS and geodesign.

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AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Peyzaj Mimarlığı ve Yaratmamız Gereken Gelecek-1

Reflections on Jack Dangermond’s ideas and the connections between landscape architecture, GIS, EPD-Net and learning from nature in design.

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AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Doğayı Paylaştığımız Canlılardan Öğrenmek

Lessons from living organisms and ecosystems, from plankton to beavers, for cities, planning and nature-based intelligence.

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NewsAnnouncementsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Doğa Temelli Zekâ Neden 21. Yüzyılın Yeni Bilimsel Paradigması Olabilir?

Alper Çabuk examines the scientific perspective of Nature-Based Intelligence developed within EPD-NET.

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AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Yapay Zekâ Neden Doğayı Henüz Anlayamıyor?

Read Alper Çabuk’s original column in Sonhaber (Turkish).

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NewsAnnouncementsEPD-NET

August 2026 · Newsletter published

The new EPD-NET newsletter shares project developments with the network. First recorded distribution: 01.09.2026.

AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Şehirler Neden Ormanlar Gibi Düşünmek Zorunda?

Read Alper Çabuk’s original column in Sonhaber (Turkish).

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AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Kunduzlar Neden Dünyanın İlk Ekolojik Mühendisleridir?

Read Alper Çabuk’s original column in Sonhaber (Turkish).

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July 2026 · Newsletter published

The new EPD-NET newsletter shares project developments with the network. First recorded distribution: 29.07.2026.

AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Termit Yuvası Neden Klimadan Daha Akıllıdır?

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AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Bir Mantar Ağı İnternetten Daha Akıllı Olabilir mi?

Read Alper Çabuk’s original column in Sonhaber (Turkish).

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AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Kurtlar Nehirlerin Yönünü Değiştirebilir mi?

Read Alper Çabuk’s original column in Sonhaber (Turkish).

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AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Ormanlar Konuşmaz; Daha Tehlikeli Bir Şey Yapar

Read Alper Çabuk’s original column in Sonhaber (Turkish).

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NewsAIJU

New learning resources for resilient cities

AIJU reports on EPD-NET training resources and international knowledge exchange for ecological planning.

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AnnouncementsNewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Okyanustaki Planktonun Buluta Yazdığı Mektup

Read Alper Çabuk’s original column in Sonhaber (Turkish).

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NewsAnnouncementsEPD-NET

June 2026 · Newsletter published

The new EPD-NET newsletter shares project developments with the network. First recorded distribution: 30.06.2026.

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New academic publication · Afet Direncinin Güçlendirilmesinde Yetkinlik Gelişimi Odaklı İnsan Kaynakları Yönetimi: EPD-Net Projesi Üzerinden Bir Değerlendirme

A project-related research output is available in the academic publication record. Süleyman Demirel Üniversitesi İnsan Kaynakları Yönetimi Dergisi

Original title: Afet Direncinin Güçlendirilmesinde Yetkinlik Gelişimi Odaklı İnsan Kaynakları Yönetimi: EPD-Net Projesi Üzerinden Bir Değerlendirme

Authors / presenters: Dr.Betül Gümüş and Dr.Arife Koca

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New academic publication · Translating Resilience Knowledge into Education: A Modular Curriculum Framework for Ecological Planning and Disaster-Resilient Cities

A project-related research output is available in the academic publication record. Sustainability

Original title: Translating Resilience Knowledge into Education: A Modular Curriculum Framework for Ecological Planning and Disaster-Resilient Cities

Authors / presenters: Dr. Arife Koca, Dr. Sevgin Aysu Balkan, Dr. İlknur Küçükoğlu

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NewsAnnouncementsEPD-NET

May 2026 · Newsletter published

The new EPD-NET newsletter shares project developments with the network. First recorded distribution: 26.05.2026.

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April 2026 · Newsletter published

The new EPD-NET newsletter shares project developments with the network. First recorded distribution: 29.04.2026.

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March 2026 · Newsletter published

The new EPD-NET newsletter shares project developments with the network. First recorded distribution: 30.03.2026.

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New academic publication · Post-fire effects on LST and UHI: A remote sensing and GIS assessment

A project-related research output is available in the academic publication record. Urban Climate

Original title: Post-fire effects on LST and UHI: A remote sensing and GIS assessment

Authors / presenters: Mehtap Ozenen-Kavlak, Müzeyyen Anıl Senyel Kürkçüoglu, Halil Duymus¸Gülsah Bilge Oztürk, Saye Nihan Çabuk, Ceren Ozcan Tatar, Alper Çabuk

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New academic publication · Doğa Temelli Çözümler Bağlamında Peyzaj Mimarlığının Önemi

A project-related research output is available in the academic publication record. Peyzaj Mimarlığı Alanında Uluslararası Araştırmalar-II, 27-53, Eğitim Yayınevi.

Original title: Doğa Temelli Çözümler Bağlamında Peyzaj Mimarlığının Önemi

Authors / presenters: Çabuk, A. ve Çabuk, S.N.

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NewsAnnouncementsEPD-NET

February 2026 · Newsletter published

The new EPD-NET newsletter shares project developments with the network. First recorded distribution: 25.02.2026.

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January 2026 · Newsletter published

The new EPD-NET newsletter shares project developments with the network. First recorded distribution: 21.01.2026.

NewsEPD-NET

New academic publication · Crises, Tourism and Chaos Theory: Resilience Strategies in Tourism

A project-related research output is available in the academic publication record. Journal of Architectural Sciences and Applications

Original title: Crises, Tourism and Chaos Theory: Resilience Strategies in Tourism

Authors / presenters: Özlem Erdoğan, Talha Aksoy, Mehtap Özenen Kavlak, Cemre Korkmaz, Taki Can Metin, Halil Duymuş, Alper Çabuk, Emine Günok, Mustafa Cevdet Altunel, Başak Şıklar

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NewsEPD-NET

New academic publication · Determination of urban heat island effects of mega-scale infrastructure projects: Istanbul Airport-Istanbul Arnavutköy region relationship

A project-related research output is available in the academic publication record. Environmental Science and Pollution Research

Original title: Determination of urban heat island effects of mega-scale infrastructure projects: Istanbul Airport-Istanbul Arnavutköy region relationship

Authors / presenters: Mehtap OzenenKavlak, Halil Duymus, Gulsah Bilge Ozturk, Seyhan Seyhan, Saye Nihan Cabuk,Alper Cabuk

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Reading urban risk with Nature-Based Intelligence

The column discusses hazard, exposure and vulnerability through the EPD-NET perspective.

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NewsHabertürk · Anadolu Ajansı

EPD-NET geographic AI research in the national press

Anadolu Ajansı reports on the geographic decision-support work led by Alper Çabuk and Volkan Türkbay.

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

The origins of Nature-Based Intelligence

Alper Çabuk describes the EPD-NET context behind the development of Nature-Based Intelligence.

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NewsEPD-NET

EPD-NET and ECHO HUB on Afet Pusulası

In a post dated 1 December 2025, EPD-NET reported that Prof. Dr. Alper Çabuk and Dr. Halil Duymuş discussed the project and ECHO HUB on Afet Pusulası. Jülide Aykut and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muammer Tün moderated the programme on ecological planning, nature-based solutions and disaster-resilient cities. The date shown is the post date, not a verified broadcast date.

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NewsEskişehir.net.tr

EPD-NET presented at two universities

Coverage of the 13–14 November presentations at Süleyman Demirel and Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy universities.

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NewsBalıklıgöl Haber

Harran University’s contribution to EPD-NET

Local coverage highlights the Harran team’s involvement in ecological planning and the Czech workshop.

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Rethinking architecture for disaster resilience

A reflection on collective planning and EPD-NET’s role in resilient cities.

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New academic publication · Post-earthquake spatial analysis of tourism infrastructure: The Adıyaman, Türkiye case

A project-related research output is available in the academic publication record. Natural Hazards, manuscript no. NHAZ-D-25-01622R1

Original title: Post-earthquake spatial analysis of tourism infrastructure: The Adıyaman, Türkiye case

Authors / presenters: Özenen Kavlak, M., Korkmaz, C., Duymuş, H., Çabuk, A., Metin, T. C., Özcan Tatar, C., ... Özcan, Y.

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New academic publication · Assessment of the Integration of Ecological Planning and Design into Smart City Frameworks in the Context of European Cooperation Perspectives

A project-related research output is available in the academic publication record. Architectural Sciences and Sustainable Approaches: Urban Resilience

Original title: Assessment of the Integration of Ecological Planning and Design into Smart City Frameworks in the Context of European Cooperation Perspectives

Authors / presenters: Mehtap Özenen Kavlak, Halil Duymuş, Alper Çabuk

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New academic publication · Establishment of an Ecological Planning and Design Network for Disaster-Resilient Settlement

A project-related research output is available in the academic publication record. Architectural Sciences and Sustainable Approaches: Urban Resilience

Original title: Establishment of an Ecological Planning and Design Network for Disaster-Resilient Settlement

Authors / presenters: Mehtap Özenen Kavlak, Halil Duymuş, Alper Çabuk

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Remembering Kongjian Yu

The column connects nature-based solutions, sponge cities and shared learning through EPD-NET.

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Porsuk: water, landscape and urban resilience

Alper Çabuk discusses water stewardship and EPD-NET’s ecological planning perspective.

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

A legacy of shared knowledge

The PMOGenç camp and EPD-NET learning network as a lasting educational legacy.

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Reconnecting with nature at the PMOGenç summer camp

The column explores field learning and nature-based design in Şanlıurfa with EPD-NET support.

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New academic publication · EcoFloat Village Türkiye: Kırsal Kalkınma ve Sürdürülebilir Turizm İçin Yüzen Yerleşim Modeli

A project-related research output is available in the academic publication record. GSI Journals Serie A: Advancements in Tourism, Recreation and Sports Sciences (ATRSS) Cilt 8, Sayı 2 (2025), ss. 719–743

Original title: EcoFloat Village Türkiye: Kırsal Kalkınma ve Sürdürülebilir Turizm İçin Yüzen Yerleşim Modeli

Authors / presenters: Halil Duymuş, Mehtap Özenen Kavlak, Alper Çabuk

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Urban vulnerability: reflections from Seoul and Tokyo

Reflections on technology, communities and EPD-NET’s international exchange on resilience.

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

From Madrid to Havana: on the edge of light and shadow

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Green-belt settlements: renewing urban and rural life

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

New horizons for landscape architecture

Alper Çabuk considers EPD-NET’s opportunities for professional learning and collaboration.

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Meeting the young people designing and planning the future

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Ageing as a value, not a burden

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NewsEskişehir Haber Ajansı

Alper Çabuk on rethinking urban renewal

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ESTÜ Yer ve Uzay Bilimleri Enstitüsü Müdürü Prof. Dr. Alper Çabuk, kentsel dönüşümde “yık-yap” anlayışının terk edilmesi gerektiğini vurguladı. Çabuk, sürdürülebilir ve afetlere dirençli şehirler için bilimsel verilere dayalı planlama, kırsala yatırım, toplumsal bilinçlenme ve üniversitelerin aktif rol almasının şart olduğunu belirtti.

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News2Eylül

Historical project from ESTU for resilient and sustainable cities

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NewsSonhaber · Alper Çabuk

Shaping tomorrow’s cities today

The column introduces EPD-NET’s launch, ecological planning learning network and adaptive training ambitions.

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Esri Türkiye Joins the EPD-Net Project to Strengthen Disaster Management and Urban Resilience

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Esri Türkiye Joins the EPD-Net Project to Strengthen Disaster Management and Urban Resilience Esri Türkiye is proud to be a partner in the EPD-Net Project, an EU-funded initiative coordinated by Eskişehir Technical University. This project aims to enhance ecological planning and design approaches in disaster management while contributing to the development of sustainable and resilient cities. The 36-month project brings together leading academic institutions, industry experts, and professional organizations. In addition to Harran University, Istanbul Kültür University, and Ankara University from Turkey, key industry partners such as Esri Türkiye, Başarsoft, and Netcad are actively involved. European academic institutions contributing to the project include: ✅ Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies ✅ VSB - Technical University of Ostrava ✅ Mendel University in Brno ✅ Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra Moreover, professional organizations such as the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA), Design and Planning Accreditation Association, and the Latvian Association of Landscape Architects play a crucial role in shaping the project's vision. Innovative AI-Powered Solutions for Disaster Management EPD-Net is set to develop AI-driven training modules and innovative collaboration networks that will help mitigate the devastating effects of natural disasters and strengthen crisis management. The project also aligns with Europe's long-term sustainability goals by integrating green transformation, digitalization, and resilience strategies into urban planning. Esri Türkiye’s Contribution to EPD-Net Esri Türkiye brings GIS expertise, spatial data analysis, and digital transformation solutions to the project, contributing to: ✅ The development of AI-powered disaster management tools ✅ Digitalization of ecological planning processes ✅ Innovative GIS-based training and capacity-building programs ✅ Enhancing crisis response strategies through geospatial intelligence 🌍 We are proud to contribute to innovative and sustainable solutions for disaster management and urban resilience. 🚀 #EPDNet #EsriTürkiye #UrbanResilience #SustainableCities #DisasterManagement #GIS #DigitalTransformation #GreenFuture #SmartPlanning #ClimateAdaptation #Innovation

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Netcad Joins the EPD-Net Project for Disaster Management and Sustainable Urban Development

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Turkey's leading spatial digitalization company, Netcad Software, has joined the “Ecological Planning and Design for Disaster Management – EPD-Net” project, an EU-funded initiative aimed at integrating ecological planning and disaster resilience to build sustainable and resilient cities.

Coordinated by Prof. Dr. Alper Çabuk from Eskişehir Technical University, the project brings together 19 partners from 8 different countries and will run for 36 months with a €1.5 million budget.

Strengthening Disaster Preparedness and Response Capacity
EPD-Net aims to raise awareness and build capacity to mitigate the impact of large-scale disasters, such as the Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquakes of 2023. The project focuses on reducing disaster-related losses and enhancing crisis response efficiency through an AI-driven training module and collaborative network.

Netcad’s Key Contributions to EPD-Net
With its expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), 3D visualization, and artificial intelligence, Netcad will play a strategic role in:
✅ Developing AI-based training modules to support disaster management education
✅ Conducting pilot tests for innovative solutions in disaster preparedness
✅ Establishing sustainable business models for long-term impact
✅ Providing GIS-driven simulations and data visualization tools to support real-time disaster response and ecological planning

Through this collaboration, Netcad aims to enhance its international R&D experience and apply its cutting-edge technologies to disaster management and sustainable urban planning. By leveraging AI-powered training tools and GIS-based simulations, Netcad will contribute to making cities more resilient, prepared, and sustainable for the future.

🔗 Read more about Netcad’s involvement in EPD-Net:https://www.netcad.com/blog/netcade-epd-net-afet-yonetimi-projesinde-stratejik-rol
#EPDNet #Netcad #DisasterManagement #UrbanResilience #SustainableCities #GIS #ArtificialIntelligence #ClimateAdaptation #SmartPlanning #Innovation

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