Abbey Abramson

  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...