Seeking Clarity on Nature-Based Climate Solutions for Adaptation

This guidance note from the International Institute for Sustainable Development clarifies the concepts of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) and Nature-based Climate Solutions (NBCS), specifically focusing on climate adaptation through Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA). It emphasizes the necessity of social and biodiversity safeguards to ensure equitable, gender-responsive, and socially inclusive outcomes.

• Nature-based solutions (NbS) serve as an umbrella concept for ecosystem-based approaches—including restoration, conservation, and improved land management—and are intended to be a primary element of the post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework and various National Adaptation Plans (NAPs).
• The document distinguishes between general NbS and nature-based climate solutions (NBCS), noting that those specifically focused on climate adaptation are commonly referred to as ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA).
• To ensure the legitimacy and efficacy of NbS, it is essential to implement robust social environmental safeguards and social inclusion principles, specifically focusing on gender responsiveness and the involvement of Indigenous Peoples and local communities.
• The Nature for Climate Adaptation Initiative (NCAI) provides support to civil society organizations through specific capacity-building tools, including an e-learning course, a virtual resource library, and both online and in-person learning exchanges.

APA

Jang,, V. L. Q. (2022). Seeking Clarity on Nature-Based Climate Solutions for Adaptation. International Institute for Sustainable Development. https://www.iisd.org/publications/brief/seeking-clarity-nature-based-climate-solutions-adaptation

Chicago

Jang,, Veronica Lo,Jeffrey Qi,Nicole. Seeking Clarity on Nature-Based Climate Solutions for Adaptation. International Institute for Sustainable Development, 2022. https://www.iisd.org/publications/brief/seeking-clarity-nature-based-climate-solutions-adaptation.

Wikipedia

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BibTeX

@techreport{jang2022seeking, author = {Jang,, Veronica Lo,Jeffrey Qi,Nicole}, title = {{Seeking Clarity on Nature-Based Climate Solutions for Adaptation}}, institution = {International Institute for Sustainable Development}, year = {2022}, month = jun, url = {https://www.iisd.org/publications/brief/seeking-clarity-nature-based-climate-solutions-adaptation}, urldate = {2026-08-17}, note = {Indexed by Climate Insights Directory} }