The Concept - Nature-Based Solutions for Demonstrating Climate-Resilient Critical Infrastructure

Timescale

NbS often require significant time to be implemented and to show results, making them less attractive as quick fixes.
Real-world Evidence

There is limited real-world performance data for NbS, with most demonstrations being small-scale trials that lack robust evidence across various contexts.
Site-specific Nature

NbS are inherently connected to the local environment, making it difficult to generalize solutions.

Simulation Limitations

Current climate risk models inadequately represent the capacities of NbS, treating nature as boundary conditions rather than adaptive assets interacting with infrastructure.
Integration

NbS should be integrated as part of the ecosystem, but this integration with existing engineering or grey infrastructure can be cumbersome. Engineering-focused agencies often lack frameworks to jointly evaluate hybrid green-grey adaptations over time.
Fragmented Standards

NbS lack comprehensive standards or metrics, which obstructs the development of robust investment cases.

Develop Advanced Methodology

Create a digitally-enabled methodology to catalog and evaluate NbS.
Validate with Real-world Evidence

Conduct extensive pilot demonstrations to gather robust evidence on the performance of NbS across different contexts.
Provide Replication Guidance

Offer detailed guidance for replicating successful NbS interventions in various regions.

Formulate Policy Recommendations

Current climate risk models inadequately represent the capacities of NbS, treating nature as boundary conditions rather than adaptive assets interacting with infrastructure.
Engage Local Communities

Actively involve local communities and stakeholders in the planning and implementation of NbS.
Address Knowledge Gaps

Fill key knowledge gaps through comprehensive research and data collection.

The Concept of NATURE-DEMO