Over the past two decades, two seemingly distinct fields have explored human well-being. Positive psychology examines how positive emotions emerge, persist, and contribute to happiness and overall well-being. In contrast, the sciences of biodiversity conservation focus on protecting and preserving nature.

In "Psychologie positive et écologie", Lisa Garnier investigates these two dynamic areas of research, emphasizing the essential role of relationships. Supported by statistical evidence, the book demonstrates how serenity and happiness can be fostered through social connections and engagement with the natural world.

The discussion will be moderated in French and English by Joëlle Noailly, Senior Lecturer in International Economics at the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies (IHEID). Participants with a passive understanding of French are encouraged to attend, as the author is also fluent in English.

An informal cocktail reception will be held immediately after the conference.

Lisa Garnier is a biodiversity specialist and former journalist who has conducted numerous investigations and reports for Ushuaïa Nature magazine and the global expedition Tara Oceans. She has also worked at the French National Museum of Natural History, where she developed participatory experiences and managed the blog for the citizen nature observatories, Vigie-Nature. In addition to her scientific work, Garnier is active in theatre and photography. She appeared in a documentary on flowering plants broadcast on Arte in spring 2019 and was named “Sustainable Development Woman of the Year” at the Usine Nouvelle Industry Women Awards in 2022.