Nature-based Solutions
Enhancing nature-based solutions to support climate adaptation.
Limited Global Environment Facility (GEF) finance for nature reaching the local level
The study examines how effectively GEF funds reach Indigenous Peoples and local communities and offers recommendations for reform.
The European economy is not drought-proof
The degradation of natural ecosystems slows growth and leads to financial instability. Water scarcity, natural flood protection and water quality are most critical. Surface water scarcity alone puts almost 15% of the euro area’s economic output at risk.
Advancing gender-responsive and socially inclusive practices in Nature-based Solutions for adaptation
By sharing promising practices and lessons learned, these case studies seek to inform and inspire adaptation practitioners and planners to help ensure that gender-responsive and socially inclusive practices are integrated throughout the lifetime of a project.
Building Climate Resilience Through Protected Areas
On May 21, IISD will host a webinar in collaboration with WCS and WWF to unpack what protected areas are, the benefits they offer for both people and nature, and why they are a vital part of climate adaptation.
Indigenous Climate Hub Podcast: Sharing powerful stories from Indigenous voices on the frontlines of climate change in Canada
About The Indigenous Climate Hub Podcast brings you powerful stories from Indigenous voices on the frontlines of climate change in...
Financing Nature-based Solutions for adaptation at scale
This report reviews the status of nature finance globally, to learn from the role played by nature-focussed funds and their investment managers, understand what works, and draw conclusions for how we might mobilise more financing for nature-based solutions for adaptation
Nature-Based Solutions for Climate-Resilient Cities: Digital Tools for Decision-Makers
Join this webinar focussing on nature-based solutions for climate resilient cities!
Advancing nature-based solutions through enhanced soil health monitoring in the United Kingdom
The article discusses the importance of improving soil health monitoring to support nature-based solutions in the UK.
Nature-based solutions to multiple crises: Scaling urban implementation in cities in Asia and the Pacific
This policy brief explores how nature-based solutions (NbS) can address interconnected environmental and urban challenges in Asia and the Pacific. It recommends stronger NbS integration in policy, localized implementation, blended finance, and the use of scientific and indigenous knowledge to enhance urban resilience and biodiversity.
Compromises, challenges and more unfinished business at COP16’s reconvened biodiversity talks
The United Nations biodiversity conference (COP16) recently reconvened in Rome to resume global negotiations on filling the biodiversity funding gap and conserving nature worldwide. This piece outlines key decisions, compromises and challenges that emerged from the talks, and discuss the way forward for biodiversity action.
