NetworkNature Knowledge Brief: Taking nature-based solutions up the policy ladder - from research to policy action
This Knowledge Brief produced by NetworkNature aims to disentangle the complexities associated with the integration of research and policy with regards to nature-based solutions (NbS) implementation and mainstreaming. The brief provides an overview of the NbS knowledge gaps resulting from an
Interlace Agile Guidance
The purpose of this guidance document is to provide theoretical and practical guidance on achieving an agile transformation in a Research and Innovation project such as INTERLACE. The guidance document gives an introduction on the key values and principles of working agile, followed by an
Climate change in 12 pictures
This colourful and illustrative brochure was developed within the IUCN's initiative ADAPT: Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for resilient communities in Western Balkans. It represents a short guide through the climate change consequences showcasing possible solutions to climate change adaptation
State of the art, good practices and NBS typology
This report presents a series of developments, trends and case studies that exemplify the growing importance that Nature-Based Solutions (NBS), as well as other closely related concepts, are having in thinking and practice around reconciling urban planning, human well- being and sustainability,
Nature-based Solutions in Action: Lessons from the Frontline
The 13 case studies in this report have been contributed by environment, development and local community organisations. They show NbS in action in a wide range of contexts, from a Farmers’ Seed Network in China that supports agroecology by conserving traditional seeds, to large-scale watershed
Guidelines for Climate Impact and Vulnerability Assessments Recommendations of the Interministerial Working Group on Adaptation to Climate Change of the German Federal Government
These guidelines of the Interministerial Working Group on Adaptation to Climate Change of the German Federal Government (IMA Adaptation) provide methodological recommendations for the execution of climate impact and vulnerability assessments at regional and national level. They are intended to
The uptake of new concepts in urban greening: Insights from Poland
The idea of nature having multiple benefits for urban management and planning is gaining prominence alongside the rise of climate change awareness. It is expressed through concepts such as nature-based solutions (NbS), ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA), and blue-green infrastructure (BGI). Despite
Visionary and integrated solutions to improve well-being and health in cities: Clustering Activities - Joint Manifesto
Report The following is a joint manifesto from four sister projects which calls on European cities to launch initiatives that offer visionary and integrated solutions at the intersection of social, cultural, digital and nature-based solutions (NBS) to increase the health and well-being of
NetworkNature Annual Event Report: Upscaling nature-based solutions in policy and practice
This report was produced by NetworkNature to summarise the main outcomes of the NetworkNature Annual Event "Upscaling nature-based solutions in policy and practice", which took place on 27th September in Brussels. The event provided the opportunity to learn more about the state-of-the-
Business insight programme – webinars
As part of the CITIES TALK NATURE events, the INTERLACE project held a series of webinars to discuss business insights and opportunities for nature-based solutions (NbS) in Europe and Latin America. The webinars covered topics including: policy instruments for private NbS businesses, standards and
eNaBlS Online Course on NBS
A new course on Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) was launched by the ᴇNᴀBʟS team of the University of Eastern Finland (UEF). NBS utilise nature’s own processes to address various societal challenges while promoting human well-being and biodiversity. Focusing on the northern environment, the course
ZÖLD-KÉK INFRASTRUKTÚRA: "Zöldinfrastruktúra a 2021-2027-es programozási idÅ‘szakban" cÃmű esemény elÅ‘adás anyagai"
A 2021. októberében megrendezett Miniszterelnökség által szervezett "Zöldinfrastruktúra a 2021-2027-es programozási idÅ‘szakban" cÃmű esemény elÅ‘adás anyagai, elÅ‘adók között többek között: Magyar Urbanisztikai Társaság, Innovációs és Technológiai Minisztérium, Balatonfelvidéki Nemzeti Park
Resource List: Criteria and Requirements for High-Quality Nature-based Solutions
This review includes a list of selected resources that discuss the criteria and the requirements of high-quality nature-based solutions (NbS). The list consists of resources that offer a comprehensive approach to NbS quality considerations and documents that focus on specific aspects of NbS quality
Lahti Health Forest Informational Brochure
Curious about the lay of the land at Lahti's new health forest? Then check out this new brochure which tells you what you will discover there and the many benefits of a guided experience in nature. Publication Date: 06 Sep 2023 Author(s): Suutari Taru
Report knowledge base/action framework Low carbon | High air quality NbS potentials
As the acronym already indicates, JUSTNature introduces the normative notion of justice. An initial analysis of the scope of nature-based solutions and the role of justice suggests that issues of social and environmental justice are only considered peripherally, and that so far no dedicated
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Questionnaire for the assessment of the willingness to pay for cultural-tourist ecosystem services
The evaluation was conducted using a dual approach: first, by assessing the importance of various ecosystem services for users (e.g., landscape, biodiversity, etc.) with response scores ranging from 1 to 7; second, by gauging how the Monte Nerone area was perceived to respond to these services.
Conexus Life-Lab factsheet series - Towards a green infrastructure system for Santiago de Chile
The pilot Santiago+ Green infrastructure (Stgo+) Plan started in 2018 led by the University of Chile, the Regional Ministerial Secretariat of Housing and other strategic partners. Through a broad participatory process, a plan is created which synthesizes ideas and initiatives into a vision to
Sustainable Infrastructure Tool Navigator
The Sustainable Infrastructure Tool Navigator was designed to help users identify the most relevant tools for their needs and goals. You can search our database by keyword or filter by types of tools, sectors and infrastructure lifecycle phases, amongst other things. Detailed information on each
The proposed EU Nature Restoration Law: what role for cities and regions?
This policy brief takes a fresh look at the implications of the European Commission’s proposed Nature Restoration Law for cities, regions and local actors. The first of its kind, this paper looks at what the Law holds in store for these governments and authorities – actors on the front lines of the
Nature In All Goals
Nature is essential to achieving all the Sustainable Development Goals. It provides us with vital resources such as food, air, water, and energy. In addition, nature can be harnessed to create solutions to the challenges set out in the SDGs, solutions that are positive for social, economic,
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