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A diverse collection of resources to dive into the world of Nature-based solutions and their financing
Highlights
The webinar, co-organised by NATURANCE and Invest4Nature projects, has been the final event of the first Naturethon initiative.
The webinar presented the newly released Technical Guide on Sea-Level Rise.
Ideas and creativity to transform cities
Analyzing the reciprocal relationship between humans and the oceans, through the lens of design and spatial planning
Cities as places for environmentally and socially sustainable living
Trees canopy and their benefits in terms of cooling solutions in the urban context
A podcast addressing climate change-induced risks in UK coastal areas
The crucial role of Marine Protected Areas in combating climate change
Ariane Kaploun, AXA Climate, presents how insurance can contribute to nature-positive solutions for the forest sector
Ingrid Kaltenegger, Joanneum Research, presents a cutting-edge project on how to give economic value to Nature-based Solutions
María Máñez Costa, Climate Service Center Germany, explores the role of Nature-based Solutions in innovative procurement processes
Stephen Hart, European Investment Bank, provides high-level insights on European investments in Nature-based Solutions
Nidhi Nagabhatla, United Nations University-CRIS, discusses the gender perspective in Nature-based Solutions access and implementation
Talks 4 Action is a podcast that investigates the role of nature in disaster risk reduction
#NaturanceTalks - Marta Vicarelli, University of Massachusetts, provides comprehensive review of the existing literature on the cost-effectiveness and equity of Nature-based Solutions.
The benefits of NbS for water risks explained by NATURANCE expert, Jeroen Aerts
#Naturethon - Nature-based Solutions, their application and citizen engagement
How can NbS be enabled or hindered through governance system, with speakers Juliette Martin, IIASA, and JoAnne Linnerooth-Bayer, IIASA
A webinar by CMCC, IUCN, UNDRR, UNEP, Convention on Biological Diversity, and Wetlands International on adapting to change and meeting the 2050 biodiversity targets through Nature-based Solutions
#NaturanceTalks - FLeur van Ooststroom-Brummel introuduces the European policy context and investments made by the EU in Nature-based Solutions related research
Marija Bočkarjova, University of Twente, presents Nature-based Solutions and their co-benefits during the NATURANCE General Assembly
NATURANCE expert, Vylon Ooms, dicusses financing of Nature-based Solutions in the urban context
NATURANCE expert, Swenja Surminski, presents the most recent trends in the finance sectors in regard to the inclusion of NbS
The PIISA project presents opportunities and obstacles to develop climate resilience insurance
#NaturanceTalks - The Economics of Climate Adaptation (ECA) methodology in adaptation cases worldwide
How to co-develop climate resilience insurance portfolios, modelling natural risks for insurance policies
#NaturanceTalks - A long visionary road on how to improve the science-policy interface for biodiversity, employing Nature-based Solutions
A short video introducing the concept of NbS and how they work
How to frame Nature-based Solutions within the management of wildfires risks, taking into account possible conflicts and insurance potential
#NaturanceTalks - How can robust environmental modelling be used to inform Nature-based Solutions for flood management ?
A short video explaining the functionality of NbS in climate adaptation
Ariane Kaploun, AXA climate, explores the role of Nature-based Solutions in the financing sector for risk management
A short video explaining the concepts of ecosystem services (ES) and biodiversity, and their values beyond the economic aspect
Tony Jakeman, Australian National University, presents integrated assessment modeling as a tool for managing complexity
NATURANCE expert, Helen Toxopeus, discusses financing of Nature-based Solutions in the urban context
#NaturanceTalks - Marie Scholer, EIOPA, discusses what is the insurance protection gap and the role of NbS
#Naturethon - Stefano Ceolotto, CMCC, and Georges Farina, IVM, dicuss how can insurance become an instrument for adaptation
#NaturanceTalks - A project origination method for NbS projects in the context of river catchments which includes stakeholder engagement
NATURANCE produced an handbook on Nature-based Solutions in collaboration with INDIRE and EuCliPa.IT. The guide is intended for supporting high school teachers in fostering civic participation in Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plans (SECAPs) by students
An insight on IUCN Nature-based Solutions projects
This do-it-yourself manual supports regional and local authorities in selecting suitable participatory activities and tools for each step of the Regional Adaptation Support Tool (RAST) cycle, drawing on good practices and local experiences
The toolkit includes 12 flexible tools, from hackathons, role play games, youth councils, and participatory mapping to innovative citizen science methods and engagement in "third spaces" like parks and libraries.
A framework for evaluating NbS applied to the United States coasts and the Pacific Islands
An article presenting the concept of NbS, their definition, and the multifunctionality of their applications in different environmental contexts
Flooding and coastal resilience, an in-depth analysis
Resilience of coastal communities analyzed from the implementation of NbS
Resilience of coastal communities based on their NbS implementation capacity
A framework for evaluating NbS applied to the United States coasts and the Pacific Islands
A guide for practitioner in integrating coastal NbS into financial structuring
Concrete actions towards the urban climate resilience
PIISA and NATURANCE highlight the vital role of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) in climate adaptation, showing their impact on flood risk, urban resilience, and forest protection.
A factsheet illustrates the many benefits of green roofs in cities toward the resilience of urban systems
TPolicy brief toward climate neutrality in cities (Mission City 2030)
This article outlines several reasons for supporting the implementation of nature-based solutions (NbS) in urban areas.
How can cities design and implement Nature-based Solutions to prevent climate risk
The Paris Agreement and the road to NbS integration
The key role of Posidonia landscape management for coastal system resilience
Financing Nature-based Solutions across ecosystems and landscapes
A review on NbS education in Europe
A guide to NbS implementation for urban adaptation
Benefits and challenges for Nature-Based Enterprises, generating new jobs and innovation
Environmental and social benefits of NbS to achieve sustainability goals
The state of the art of EU policy incentives for NbS education
An article exploring the benefits, limitations and resistance towards NbS implementation
Expert recommendations on restoration best practices
How to enhance Disaster Risk Reduction strategies through Nature-based Solutions
Co-creation and co-design approaches for Nature-based Solutions in different settings
A publication collectsing the list of EU-funded NbS research projects in different environments
A series of case studies presented to identify examples of innovative methods and best practices for NbS
The PEDRR virtual library collects case studies and examples of NbS around the world
The Triple-A Toolkit brings together tools, guidance and other resources to equip cities with the resources they need to accelerate urban adaptation to climate change
The PEDRR virtual library collects case studies and examples of NbS around the world
EU Repository of Nature-Based Solutions. It provides a knowledge marketplace, where the latest thinking on natural capital, ecosystem services and nature-based solutions is brought together
A collection of more than 1,000 nature-inspired solutions from cities in Europe and beyond
A brief factsheet laying out an overview of some of the current societal challenges in different sectors with their application of NbS
A short and illustrative guide through climate change adaptation and Nature-based Solutions