Narratives, frames and future horizons of nature-based solutions

Through an analysis of the history, narratives, divisions, limitations and potentials of nature-based solutions (NbS, the report provides a new take on the topic, helping to contextualise NbS through an underexplored lens.

Drawing from a series of interviews with a broad range of stakeholders from the climate and biodiversity spheres, the report outlines the viewpoints of both proponents and critics of NbS. Proponents see NbS as a viable solution helping to address climate change and resilience, while critics emphasise the need to tackle the structural drivers behind climate and biodiversity breakdown. This analysis provides insights into potential barriers and pathways of transformation that NbS could offer.