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The conceptual quantitative assessment framework for Nature-based Solutions (NbS)

Nature-Based Solutions
Nature-based solutions (NbS) are recognized as one of the approaches that can address a range of environmental issues, often with conservation and natural resource management missions.
Sumonrat Chairat, Shabbir H. Gheewala
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Novel Solutions or Rebranded Approaches: Evaluating the Use of Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) in Europe [PDF]

Frontiers in Sustainable Cities, 2020
The Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) concept is the most recent entry to discussions around how “nature” can be mobilized to render urban areas more resilient to the threat of climate change. The concept has been championed by the European Commission (EC) as
Fearghus O'Sullivan, Ian Mell, Sarah Clement   +2 more
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What are Nature-based solutions (NBS)? Setting core ideas for concept clarification

Nature-Based Solutions, 2022
Although nature-based solutions (NBS) have been promoted as a key tool for solving diverse environmental and societal problems, the concept and its practical applications remain unclear.
Barbara Sowińska-Świerkosz, Joan García   +1 more
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What evidence exists for the environmental outcomes of nature-based aquaculture systems? a systematic map protocol [PDF]

Environmental Evidence
Background Nature-based solutions (NbS) are defined as actions that protect, conserve, restore, and sustainably use natural or modified ecosystems. These actions aim to deliver environmental services, enhance biodiversity, and support societal well-being.
Thirukanthan Chandra Segaran, Mohamad Nor Azra, Mohd Iqbal Mohd Noor, Nor Afiqah-Aleng, Li Lian Wong, Wen Jye Mok, Mazlan Abd Ghaffar, Tengku Sifzizul Tengku Muhammad, Min Pau Tan, Muhd Danish Daniel Abdullah, Teoh Shwu Jiau, Aileen Tan Shau Hwai, Edward Hugh Allison, Yeong Yik Sung   +13 more
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Nature-based Solutions (NbS) in China: implementation and practice modes

Environmental Research Communications
Nature-based Solutions (NbS) are innovative strategies that harness natural processes and ecosystems to address a spectrum of environmental and societal challenges in a cost-effective manner.
Ling-Sang Sheng, Ying-Ying Hao, Si-Qi Zhou, Bing Tan, Qi Yuan, Dong-Fan Xu, Bin Zhao   +6 more
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Nature-based solutions (Nbs) for flood mitigation: Recent UK case studies [PDF]

E3S Web of Conferences
Implementing Nature-based solutions (Nbs) can potentially reduce the flood risk in catchments and improve water and soil quality and biodiversity. Understanding the hydrological functioning of the Nbs interventions is important in determining their ...
Rameshwaran Ponnambalam, Blake James, Trill Emily, Robotham John, Bishop James, Old Gareth, O’Brien Alex, Scarlett Pete   +7 more
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Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) for Flood Management in Malaysia

Water (Switzerland)
Flash floods are a concerning social issue that affect urban areas all over the world. Flash floods can disrupt vital services, damage infrastructure, have socio-economic impacts on the earth’s surface, and significantly impact the community near the water body.
Miklas Scholz, Bijay Halder, Minhaz Farid Ahmed   +2 more
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Identification of Agricultural Areas to Restore Through Nature-Based Solutions (NbS)

Land
This study aims to present a methodological approach based on the objectives of the Nature Restoration Law and the concept of Forest Landscape Restoration to identify areas that are best suited for the implementation of Nature-based Solutions for the ...
Beatrice Petti, Marco Ottaviano
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Key Enablers of and Barriers to the Uptake and Implementation of Nature-Based Solutions in Urban Settings: A Review

Resources, 2019
Climate change and urbanization have resulted in several societal challenges for urban areas. Nature-based solutions (NBS) have been positioned as solutions for enhancing urban resilience in the face of these challenges.
Shahryar Ershad Sarabi, Qi Han, A. Georges L. Romme, Bauke de Vries, Laura Wendling   +4 more
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Nature-Based Solutions (NbS)

, 2022
The Encyclopedia of Tourism Management and Marketing is, quite simply, the definitive reference work in the field. Carefully curated by leading tourism scholar Dimitrios Buhalis, this is the largest tourism management and marketing ontology that has ever been put together and offers a holistic examination of this interdisciplinary field.
Phelan, Anna, Ruhanen, L
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