30 Aug 2023
The EU nature-based solutions Cluster Task Force on communications has produced a new animated video that concisely explains different types of nature-based solutions. The video is the third in a series of short animated videos. The other videos introduce the concept of nature-based solutions and explore the co-creation of nature-based solutions.
23 Aug 2023
Nature-based Solutions for Cities is a new open access book featuring the state of the art in interdisciplinary nature-based solutions research with multiple perspectives from across the globe. Nature-based solutions (NBS) are increasingly being adopted to address climate change, health, and urban sustainability, yet ensuring they are effective and inclusive remains a challenge. Addressing these […]
09 Aug 2023
A new resource shows how Wildlife Trusts are restoring nature to address local and global issues. It includes loads of ongoing examples from across the UK, where nature-based solutions (NBS) are delivering multiple benefits. A new European Commission Independent Expert Report, produced by the NBS Task Force 6, brings together advice, best practice and case […]
21 Jun 2023
A total investment in nature of USD 8.1 trillion is required between now and 2050 – while annual investment should reach USD 536 billion annually by 2050 – in order to successfully tackle the interlinked climate, biodiversity, and land degradation crises, according to the State of Finance for Nature report. The report finds that annual investments in […]
14 Jun 2023
A coalition of environmental and wildlife NGOs has called on Ofwat to go further to ensure catchment and nature-based solutions are mainstreamed at PR24. In a letter, Blueprint for Water called for 10% of Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) spending to be on green solutions; for Ofwat to encourage companies to commit to outcomes […]
14 Jun 2023
The Hardcastle Crags Natural Flood Management (NFM) interventions have been proven a successful test project by scientific monitoring, showing that NFM does work to help alleviate flooding! Therefore, (as we have always known, but it’s nice to have proof) the more NFM and SuDS interventions we can implement, and the more widespread we can make […]
14 Jun 2023
A new report from the European Investment Bank on investing in nature-based solutions Nature-based solutions are cost-effective interventions that provide environmental, social, and economic benefits and build resilience. This report highlights the challenges involved in financing nature-based projects and draws on the European Investment Bank’s experience in implementing the Natural Capital Financing Facility pilot programme […]
24 May 2023
The Rivers Trust will co-lead an innovative new project working to remove barriers and develop new enabling mechanisms for the adoption of nature-based solutions at a catchment scale. The project has been officially announced, thanks to a successful bid to the Ofwat Innovation Fund, led by The Rivers Trust, United Utilities, Jacobs, and Mott Macdonald. […]
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