Abbey Abramson

  nature-based solutions and greenwashing Quick guides for citizens: “follow the trees” Before planting: Is tenure resolved? Is the species list adapted to site conditions? Are there 12- and 36-month survival milestones in the contract? (Primavera manual; UNDP corruption-risk mapping). (Primavera et al., 2012; UNDP, 2010/2015). During planting: Are the seedlings healthy and locally sourced? Are nurse plots established? Is community labor paid fairly? (Forest Foundation PH training) (Forest Foundation PH, 2017). After planting: Are survival audits publicly accessible? Do they use independent sampling and remote sensing tools? Are replacements documented? (Implement the best practices across CBMR and open-data standards). (Primavera et al., 2012; FAO). For carbon projects: Is the baseline explained and peer-reviewed? Are the benefits outlined in the contract for the communities? What is the grievance mechanism ? (West et al., 2024; CIFOR-ICRAF, 2023). Putting integrity into “natu...

  Scaling nature-based solutions challenges and opportunities Challenges and Opportunities in Scaling Nature-Based Solutions Scaling nature-based solutions (NbS) is vital for addressing the global challenges posed by climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource scarcity. While NbS offers cost-effective and sustainable alternatives to engineered solutions, its large-scale implementation faces numerous challenges. Simultaneously, significant opportunities exist to overcome these barriers through innovative financing, policy integration, and community engagement. This section explores the key challenges and opportunities in scaling NbS, providing insights into how they can be mainstreamed into global climate adaptation efforts. Challenges in Scaling Nature-Based Solutions Despite their potential, NbS faces significant challenges in financing, implementation, and integration with broader development goals. Financial Constraints Many NbS projects lack adequate funding due to their r...

  Green roofs for urban heat islands solution Urban Nature-Based Solutions Urban areas are increasingly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, including heat waves , flooding, and air pollution. Nature-based solutions (NbS) offer innovative and sustainable strategies to enhance urban resilience, improve public health, and support biodiversity. By integrating green spaces, urban forests, and water management systems into city planning, these solutions can mitigate climate risks while providing social and economic co-benefits. This section explores the implementation and impact of urban NbS, focusing on green roofs, urban forests, and rain gardens. Green Roofs and Walls for Cooling and Air Purification Green roofs and walls, often called living infrastructure, are vital components of urban NbS. They involve cultivating vegetation on building rooftops and walls to address urban heat islands and improve air quality. Mitigating Urban Heat Islands (UHIs) is an essential aspect of...