Nature-based solutions – is something new under the sun?

Nature-based solutions (NBS) mobilise natural ecosystem processes to support the delivery of ecosystem services such as climate mitigation and adaptation. A key role is played by biodiversity, either acting as a mechanism behind the generation of ecosystem services or being a co-benefit. 

We focus on key questions, critically for the ability of NBS to be able to tackle the twin crisis of climate change and biodiversity loss: Is biodiversity critical as a mechanism for the functioning of NBS? Does NBS contribute to biodiversity conservation as such? We provide a historical overview of NBS as a policy tool, illustrate its implementation in practice, discuss the scientific underpinning of NBS with a special focus on the role of biodiversity, illustrate the multitude of ecosystem-services/nature’s contribution to people that can benefit from NBS, and propose ways forward. 

Further information about the session

Open for Abstract submission: Yes, oral

Keywords: Ecosystem services; Nature’s contribution to people, biodiversity conservation, climate adaptation, climate mitigation 

Language: English

Time and venue: 11:00-12:30, Europa.

Organisers:

• Henrik Smith, Lund University
• Emily Boyd, Lund University
• Paul Miller, Lund University