Nature-based climate solutions
About this expertise
In short- Natural processes reduce climate change
- Contributing to mitigation and adaptation
- Mapping indicators and co-benefits
- Making successful examples applicable
- Collaborating for scaling and impact
At Wageningen University & Research, we explore how nature-based systems can contribute to climate mitigation and adaptation while supporting biodiversity and social well-being. These solutions — such as wetland restoration, sustainable peatland management, agroforestry and coastal protection — harness natural processes to store carbon, manage water, and enhance resilience.
Although nature-based solutions could provide up to one third of the global effort needed to reach the Paris Agreement targets, only a small fraction of climate finance is currently directed to them. We aim to strengthen the evidence base for NbS by measuring effectiveness, developing indicators, and demonstrating co-benefits for ecosystems, communities and economies.
Our work focuses on making the concept of nature-based climate solutions understandable and actionable for stakeholders. We do this by structuring the diversity of potential NbS, sharing successful case studies, and linking them to broader policy and business objectives. Through collaboration with governments, NGOs and the private sector, we help scale up the implementation of NbS as a key part of a sustainable climate strategy.
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