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The dangers of framing animals as climate solutions
The concept of using animals as climate solutions has gained momentum in recent years, with rewilding and conservation touted as nature-based ways to mitigate climate change. A recent Nature Climate Change article, titled “Resisting the Carbonization of Animals as Climate Solutions,” challenges this narrative, cautioning against overstating the role of large animals in carbon sequestration. […] -
Smallholder farmers and efficient ranching practices critical for Brazil’s Atlantic Forest
The simulation study highlights that supporting smallholder farmers to restore native vegetation on their land would be necessary to reach the ambitious target of restoring 15 million hectares by 2050. -
NbSI visits Knepp Rewilding Estate
The NbSI team enjoyed a field trip to Knepp Rewilding Estate, to witness nature restoration in action. -
Brazil spotlight on agriculture, biodiversity, and ecosystem services
New study reveals that climate change projections could render large agricultural areas in Brazil unviable by 2060, particularly in the Amazon-Cerrado region, calling for the adoption of more sustainable agricultural models that make better use of natural resources and focus on restoring degraded lands. -
Solving the land-use jigsaw in Scotland: poetry, music, farmers and science
Art, science, farming and nature came together in a tent in a field in Scotland this summer, as NbSI took part in a unique event organised by SEDA Land, the Scottish Ecological Design Association. -
Narratives around nature-based dolutions
A new report finds that Nature-based Solutions (NbS) are now widely viewed as an effective way of helping to address climate adaptation and mitigation, although many are concerned about their misuse in greenwashing and violations of human rights. -
Highlighting the importance of agroforestry for addressing societal challenges at event for the President of Zambia
NbSI’s Lubasi Limweta participated in a panel discussion on climate change at the Rhodes Scholarship event "Standing Up for Zambia", marking Zambia's 60th year of independence. -
Using policy scenarios to assess challenges and opportunities for reaching restoration targets in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest
In this study we simulate the impacts of alternative restoration policies addressing targets for Brazil, and explore their impacts on selected terrestrial species and agricultural development potential in the Atlantic Forest biome. -
How can we manage uncertainties in habitat greenhouse gas emissions?
Estimating emissions and developing mitigation pathways for environmental greenhouse gases presents additional challenges beyond those associated with tracking fossil carbon dioxide (CO2). Firstly, environmental emissions are uncertain and variable in time and space, reflecting the complicated interactions between ecological communities and their physical environment that give rise to emissions. Secondly, environmental greenhouse gas emissions are […] -
Going beyond carbon essential to appraise Climate Benefits of Nature-based Solutions
Two recent papers, in Science and Nature Communications, highlight how focussing exclusively on this measure can overlook other important details that impact climate. -
Directors’ Duty to Consider Nature
Climate litigation experts suggest that risks posed to corporates by climate litigation are material, increasing and currently unmanaged. -
Does ‘net zero’ mean zero cows?
A significant share of anthropogenic global warming comes from livestock production. There is debate about whether there can be any role for livestock in a climatically sustainable future; the debate is particularly heated for cows and sheep, largely due to the methane they burp out. -
Climate Justice: Creating Compassionate, Equitable, and Actionable Solutions to the Climate Crisis
Join us for a dynamic and thought-provoking panel discussion as we delve into the urgent issue of climate justice and explore pathways towards compassionate, equitable, and actionable solutions to the climate crisis. -
Monitoring and reporting outcomes of Nature-based Solutions projects
In a world where accurate measurement of project outcomes is crucial - from biodiversity to carbon storage - we need frameworks, tools, and protocols to ensure accurate, robust, and repeatable monitoring. -
Join Us for the 2024 NbS Conference: Growing Positive Change
The programme for our Nature-based Solutions Conference 2024, with the theme of "Growing Positive Change," is now live! -
The Flourishing Landscapes Programme
The Flourishing Landscapes Programme (FLP) addresses the triple challenge of livelihoods, climate change, and biodiversity loss at tropical forest frontiers. FLP focuses on landscapes with agricultural land-use dominated, to varying extents by, by coffee or cocoa production. -
Collaboration for Nature: Launch of UK NbS Knowledge Hub
With the aim of overcoming key challenges and barriers to scaling up high-quality nature-based solutions in the UK, the Knowledge Hub offers stakeholders, including practitioners, local land management bodies, and policymakers, guidance on implementing NbS projects based on the latest science and best practices. -
TNFD at Davos Highlights Critical Role of Indigenous Communities in Biodiversity Conservation
At the annual World Economic Forum (WEF) held in Davos, the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) gave a call to action for the inclusion of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs) in shaping the emerging biodiversity market. -
Unlocking the Power of Engagement for Nature Recovery and Nature-based Solutions
Recently, Dr. Caitlin Hafferty hosted a free webinar for practitioners called the Unlocking the power of engagement for Nature Recovery and Nature-based Solutions, supported by the Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery and the Agile Initiative. -
Biden-Harris Administration expand use of Nature-Based Solutions to Protect Communities
The Biden-Harris focus on a nature-based solutions strategy sets a precedent for global action and demonstrates the transformative potential of nature-based approaches to tackle societal challenges such as climate change. -
Navigating the Complexity of Forest Landscape Restoration: Beyond Tree Planting
In the endeavour to restore degraded landscapes, the focus often turns to planting trees as a solution. However, a complexity lies in the potential misclassification of ecosystems and the potential unintended consequences of well-meaning restoration efforts. -
New evidence that nature-based solutions can support economic recovery in Peru
A new report by the Nature-based Solutions Initiative Peru provides evidence for the role of nature-based solutions in supporting post-pandemic economic recovery, alongside a diversity of environmental and social benefits. -
Relying on large-scale Carbon Dioxide Removal risks damaging the Biosphere
The recent news that global average temperature has surpassed 1.5°C underscores the urgent need for swift action in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, rather than placing undue faith in risky technologies. -
5th Open Science Meeting “Pathways to Sustainable and Just Land Systems”
In this session, we will explore some of the conceptual and practical tools that can enable more holistic evaluation, addressing multiple sustainability criteria, and highlight case-studies of multi-criteria assessment methods that can contribute to achieving and monitoring genuinely sustainable land-use. -
Scientists warn of Threat to Pantanal Wetlands
A new study by over 40 scientists has raised concerns over potential degradation of the Pantanal - the world's largest wetland - if the Brazilian government proceed with a proposed commercial waterway project.