“Defined as actions that protect, restore, and sustainably manage ecosystems, NbS reduce emissions of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, improve human health and wellbeing, and help cultivate economic stability. And they do so cost-effectively. The potential is extraordinary.” Read the
“There are key opportunities to support building more sustainable and climate-ready communities through increased use of nature-based solutions in developments.” Read the story here:https://phys.org/news/2025-09-canadian-cities-climate-nature.html
The NBEN’s BCA Tool for Nature-based Climate Solutions has introduced a new contribution feature, allowing communities to share local data. This initiative aims to enhance the understanding of the benefits associated with green infrastructure projects. Read the story here:https://nben.ca/en/resources/news-from-groups/2886-benefit-cost-analysis-bca-tool-for-nature-based-climate-approaches-nbca-launches-new-contribution-feature.html
Boston, similar to Vancouver, is embracing “green infrastructure” through initiatives like rain gardens. These efforts aim to manage rainwater, conserve sewer capacity, filter pollutants, and mitigate flooding. The city’s Office of Green Infrastructure is transforming roadside grass strips—both at the
Participation of citizens in NBS projects leads to innovation in design and quality, as well as people gaining greater benefits from green and blue spaces (for access, recreation and health and wellbeing), researchers found. However, the research [also] found that