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{"title":"Assessing community perceptions on the socio-economic feasibility of green mussel cultivation in Demak, Indonesia","authors":"Bas Bolman ,&nbsp;Rizka Akmalia ,&nbsp;Isten Tamba ,&nbsp;Wesley van Veggel ,&nbsp;Heleen Vreugdenhil ,&nbsp;Restiana W. Ariyati ,&nbsp;Lestari L. Widowati ,&nbsp;Ristiawan Agung Nugroho ,&nbsp;Sri Rejeki","doi":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2025.100299","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2025.100299","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Coastal communities in Demak, Indonesia, face increasing socio-environmental challenges due to land subsidence, sea level rise, and economic vulnerability. This study assesses the socio-economic feasibility of green mussel (<em>Perna viridis</em>) cultivation on bamboo structures as a Nature-based Solution (NbS) for coastal protection and livelihood improvement. A structured survey was conducted among 337 respondents across 13 villages, focusing on demographic distribution, financial and market feasibility and key barriers. Using Latent Class Cluster Analysis, three distinct clusters were identified. Cluster 1 had balanced demographics and moderate interest in green mussel farming, with concerns over capital and poaching. Cluster 2 showed strong investment interest, easy market access, and highlighted poaching and licensing as key issues. Cluster 3 had the oldest, least educated group, low investment interest, and mentioned lack of capital and skills as key barriers. The study found that proximity to infrastructure and aquaculture exposure influence investment interest in green mussel farming. Younger, educated individuals and aquaculture workers showed more willingness to invest. These insights highlight the importance of tailoring NbS interventions to local socio-economic and geographic contexts. Targeted microcredit schemes, capacity building, community-based monitoring and participatory design processes are necessary to enhance the socio-economic feasibility of green mussel farming on bamboo structures.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100945,"journal":{"name":"Nature-Based Solutions","volume":"9 ","pages":"Article 100299"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145925455","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Are local authority green infrastructure strategies in England addressing climate and environmental risks to public health? A policy review","authors":"Jennifer Israelsson ,&nbsp;Grace Turner ,&nbsp;Nina Reynolds ,&nbsp;Elozona Umeh ,&nbsp;Sari Kovats ,&nbsp;Peninah Murage ,&nbsp;Angela Hands","doi":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2025.100291","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2025.100291","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Evidence suggests greenspaces can improve mental and physical health and wellbeing, as well as support environmental adaptation and mitigation goals which benefits health. This study aimed to review published local authority (LA) green infrastructure strategies (GISS) in England, to assess to what extent these strategies address climate change and environmental risks to health. A content analysis of 151 publicly available LA GISS in England published between 2012 - 2024 was conducted, sourced from OHID regional teams. Data was extracted on the following categories: health policy, health outcomes, population groups and inequalities, environmental and climate risks to health, monitoring and evaluation and wider determinants of health. Strategies were scored against a thematic framework. Most GISS reviewed recognised the importance of supporting the natural environment to reduce impacts of climate change and environmental hazards, although few acknowledged the benefits to health from managing these risks. Managing flood risks (80 %) and air quality control (66 %) were the most common added benefits identified from local green infrastructure. However, a majority of the LAs did not have a strategy. Strengthening of GISS presents an opportunity for aligning local and national environmental, climate change and health policy. Further collaboration between public health, environment and planning departments in developing comprehensive GISSs will support addressing local climate and health needs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100945,"journal":{"name":"Nature-Based Solutions","volume":"9 ","pages":"Article 100291"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145685969","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Modelling public acceptance of nature-based solutions – The example of façade-integrated habitats for insects","authors":"Michael Ruddat ,&nbsp;Marco Sonnberger ,&nbsp;Cordula Kropp","doi":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2026.100303","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2026.100303","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Nature-based Solutions (NbS) have been identified as a potential strategy to cope with the challenges of climate change and loss of biodiversity. However, they are facing many challenges when it comes to large scale implementation, such as little experience with installation and maintenance, insufficient funding and sometimes limited public acceptance. We aim to address this last point by developing and discussing a “theory-driven model of public acceptance of NbS” (in short: TMA). The model integrates (1) worldviews, (2) beliefs and concerns, (3) attitudes and norms and (4) acceptance. Based on the TMA, we propose that promoting ecological worldviews inherent in the life frames “living as nature” or “living with nature” can enhance the likelihood of public acceptance of NbS. Enhancing ecological knowledge, which underpins beliefs regarding attitudes, subjective social norms, and perceived behavioural control, may further support this acceptance. Additionally, tailored communication on topics such as biodiversity conservation is essential, as the TMA addresses different target groups both in terms of worldviews and acceptance layers. The TMA has the potential to contribute to empirical research as well as assist stakeholders from public administration, industry, science and civil society in risk governance processes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100945,"journal":{"name":"Nature-Based Solutions","volume":"9 ","pages":"Article 100303"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145977781","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Building evidence regarding nature-based solutions indicators and their implications for policy – the case of air quality","authors":"Corina Basnou ,&nbsp;Geovana Mercado ,&nbsp;Åsa Ode Sang ,&nbsp;Thomas B. Randrup ,&nbsp;Verónica Fabio ,&nbsp;Adrián Cabezas ,&nbsp;Arnau Lluch ,&nbsp;Marc Montlleó ,&nbsp;Juan Miguel Kanai ,&nbsp;Riccardo Saraco ,&nbsp;Olivia Bina ,&nbsp;Tom Wild","doi":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2025.100296","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2025.100296","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Air pollution is one of world's largest planetary health risk factors. Nature-based solutions (NBS) have been key in integrating air quality indicators into the urban green planning and public health discourse. Despite important contributions, approaches that include multidimensional indicators into research, planning and policies are still limited. National standards for some types of air pollutants are missing, with little evidence for a threshold for health effects. To respond to these gaps, we provide an overview and guidance for air pollution indicators, using three case studies in Europe and Latin America. We discuss the importance of context, specific pollutants and vulnerable groups and suggest new approaches at finer scales. Our findings also point out that knowledge of pollutants uptake in edible plants can give a hint to potential exposure risks for humans. Our lessons learned target specific policies and are organized into three main ideas: (a) multidimensional indicators and their implications for NBS and policy; (b) plants as biological indicators and as schools’ subjects and (c) the integration of the co-benefits to manage air quality.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100945,"journal":{"name":"Nature-Based Solutions","volume":"9 ","pages":"Article 100296"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145790915","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Designing nature-building communities","authors":"Viktor Bukovszki ,&nbsp;Mariel Zamudio Valdés ,&nbsp;Stephan Pauleit","doi":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2026.100305","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2026.100305","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Urban renaturing efforts increasingly emphasize the role of collaborative governance in managing nature-based solutions (NbS). However, existing frameworks often prioritize institutional perspectives and top-down participation, overlooking the early-stage design needs of grassroots initiatives. This study introduces the concept of Nature-Building Communities (NbCs)—voluntary, community-driven governance networks focused on creating and maintaining urban ecosystems. Using a design science research approach, we synthesize insights from socio-ecological systems, adaptive co-management, platform design, and energy communities to develop a practical design framework that supports the self-organization of NbCs. The framework identifies core design problems across five dimensions: scope, architecture, value logic, governance, and strategy. It is validated through a case study in Hungary, where a school-based NbC was initiated as part of an EU-funded greening intervention. Our findings provide actionable guidance for grassroots actors, intermediaries, and policymakers aiming to support autonomous community participation in the co-governance of urban NbS. This approach shifts the emphasis from institutional “reach down” to grassroots “reach up,” enabling more just and effective urban renaturing.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100945,"journal":{"name":"Nature-Based Solutions","volume":"9 ","pages":"Article 100305"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146077737","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Can the ‘One Health’ approach be integrated into blue carbon projects? A perspective from the Philippines","authors":"Jay Mar D. Quevedo","doi":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2026.100347","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2026.100347","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Blue carbon ecosystems such as mangrove forests, seagrass meadows, and tidal marshes are widely recognized for their role in climate change mitigation. Although these ecosystems also provide co-benefits that support human and animal health, these values are often overlooked in blue carbon projects. This perspective article argues that integrating a One Health approach into blue carbon projects can strengthen both implementation and financing mechanisms by demonstrating co-benefits that go beyond carbon sequestration. Drawing on the case of Del Carmen in the Philippines, the paper illustrates how mangrove restoration projects not only enhance carbon storage but also reduce vector-borne disease risks, support fisheries recovery, and contribute to food and nutrition security. Despite interest from local leaders and investors, blue carbon financing schemes in the Philippines have yet to gain traction. This paper proposes that framing such initiatives within a One Health context could increase investor confidence and community acceptance by emphasizing tangible health benefits alongside carbon credits. The article concludes by outlining policy and research pathways, including institutional bridging, mainstreaming health indicators, pilot programs, and co-benefit financing, that can help operationalize One Health integration in the overall blue carbon governance across tropical developing countries.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100945,"journal":{"name":"Nature-Based Solutions","volume":"9 ","pages":"Article 100347"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148167966","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Analysis of the perceived economic impacts of climate change on vegetable growers in Ghana: A case study of the Kumasi Metropolis","authors":"Frank Baffour-Ata ,&nbsp;Sylvia Cecilia Mensah ,&nbsp;Priscilla Ayensu ,&nbsp;Tracy Afia Boateng ,&nbsp;Philip Elom Adzoyi ,&nbsp;Frederick Gyan ,&nbsp;Patrick Davies","doi":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2025.100290","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2025.100290","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study examined the perceived economic impacts of climate change on vegetable growers in the Kumasi Metropolis, Ghana. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study combined meteorological data analysis with survey responses from 150 vegetable growers and 10 key informants. Climatic analysis revealed a statistically significant warming trend in mean annual temperature (Sen’s slope = 0.0418, <em>p</em> &lt; 0.0001) and moderate variability in annual rainfall (CV = 0.1398). However, rainfall showed no significant trend (Sen’s slope = 1.3750, <em>p</em> = 0.7126). Notably, 83.3 % of growers reported a decrease in income, 82.7 % experienced worsened livelihoods, and 75.3 % noted an increase in household poverty due to climate change. In response, 89.3 % of farmers adopted coping and adaptation strategies, with 92.7 % using improved irrigation systems, 78.0 % practicing crop diversification, and 68.0 % implementing water conservation techniques. Gender-specific patterns were observed, with females more likely to adopt crop diversification and drought-resistant varieties. These findings underscore the tangible economic impacts of climate change and the proactive responses of vegetable growers. The study recommends strengthening climate information services, promoting climate-smart agricultural technologies, supporting livelihood diversification, implementing gender-responsive adaptation programs, and enhancing farmer organizations to build robust climate resilience.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100945,"journal":{"name":"Nature-Based Solutions","volume":"9 ","pages":"Article 100290"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145652051","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Nature-based solutions for coastal protection: Untangling public knowledge and perception across Europe","authors":"N. Pannozzo ,&nbsp;N. Leonardi","doi":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2025.100297","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2025.100297","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The use of nature-based solutions (NBSs) in coastal management strategies is gaining popularity, with broad consensus on the critical role of public engagement in assessing the benefits of sustainable practices. However, the number of existing studies that tackle public knowledge and perception of NBSs in coastal management is still low and most studies only target specific communities. As a result, it is challenging to determine whether these findings reflect general trends or are influenced by unique circumstances in the studied communities. To clarify this, it is essential to assess the broader public perspective on the use of NBSs in coastal management. Here we assess the results of a pilot study conducted across Europe to evaluate technical experts’ and community members’ knowledge and perception on the use of NBSs for coastal protection. The evaluation was conducted by collecting responses provided to a survey distributed via social media. The study focuses on three countries: United Kingdom, Netherlands and Italy. The survey revealed common trends across the three countries. There is general support for the application of these solutions in coastal management amongst both groups, which correlates positively with concern for flooding and erosion. While technical experts have a solid understanding of the topic, which corresponds to a considerable degree of awareness and a higher level of consciousness regarding NBSs implementation, the community members’ support is accompanied by an overall more limited knowledge of what NBSs entail (higher amongst residents of coastal areas) but also a considerable desire for more sustainable and eco-friendly management practices. While offering an initial insight into public perceptions of NBSs for coastal planners, these results can also guide larger-scale perception studies, provide a framework for interpreting community-scale research, and highlight opportunities to improve knowledge exchange between technical experts and community members.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100945,"journal":{"name":"Nature-Based Solutions","volume":"9 ","pages":"Article 100297"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145790914","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Applying the IUCN nature-based Standard at the local level: Riverbank protection in the Vietnamese Mekong Delta","authors":"Thang Cu Ngoc ,&nbsp;Ty Tran Van ,&nbsp;Binh Nguyen Thanh ,&nbsp;Nigel K․ Downes","doi":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2026.100301","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2026.100301","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study evaluates the effectiveness of three nature based riverbank protection solutions including used tyre revetments, geotextile bags, and bamboo pile structures through the application of the IUCN Global Standard for Nature based Solutions in the Vietnamese Mekong Delta. A role balanced design involving thirty two participants representing four stakeholder groups namely academics, government officials, technical experts, and local residents was implemented. Quantitative assessment using one way ANOVA with Duncan post hoc test revealed significant differences in perceptions among stakeholder groups at p &lt; 0.05. The used tyre solution received the highest composite score of 4.53 out of 5 reflecting its advantages in community ownership, low maintenance, and adaptability to local conditions. Qualitative content analysis further supported these findings by linking open ended responses to the quantitative results. The study provides a practical framework for applying the IUCN Standard in data scarce delta regions and offers insights into governance and equity considerations for future policy and research on nature based solutions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100945,"journal":{"name":"Nature-Based Solutions","volume":"9 ","pages":"Article 100301"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146026190","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Modelling nature-based solutions for improving surface water quality: A comprehensive review and synthesis","authors":"Lien De Trift ,&nbsp;Annika Schlemm ,&nbsp;Ernest Kiplangat Ronoh ,&nbsp;Estifanos Addisu Yimer ,&nbsp;Ann van Griensven","doi":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2026.100344","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nbsj.2026.100344","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This paper presents a structured literature review of modelling studies assessing the effectiveness of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for improving surface water quality. Using systematic searches in Scopus and Web of Science, 133 articles were analysed to identify global patterns in the drivers and consequences of water quality degradation, climate change impacts, and stakeholder involvement. Of these, 125 case study applications were assessed across five key aspects: (i) NbS terminology, (ii) modelling approaches used, (iii) distribution across modelled spatial scales, (iv) reported effectiveness for water quality and ecosystem services (ES), and (v) validation practices and experimental design of NbS effectiveness assessments.</div><div>The review shows that agriculture is the primary driver of water quality degradation, primarily linked to eutrophication and biodiversity decline. Among modelling tools, the Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) is most widely used, applied in 40.8% of all case studies. Studies are predominantly conducted at local to basin scales, while only 1.7% are performed at the regional scale. Wetland restoration and construction emerge as key multifunctional NbS, occurring in 23.2% of studies and supported by a strong evidence base. Their effectiveness is generally positive but context-dependent, as one in four studies report variable outcomes in improving water quality. Although many studies incorporated data from stakeholders, their involvement was largely absent, with 59.4% of studies including no engagement.</div><div>Methodological limitations were identified. Many modelling approaches oversimplify wetland and biogeochemical processes, overlook hydrological connectivity, and rely on limited or default parameter values, leading to high uncertainty and reduced transferability. Future research should enhance process representation, integrate uncertainty and climate change assessments, and link hydrological modelling with ES evaluation. Strengthening long-term monitoring and expanding stakeholder participation, particularly through community engagement and citizen science, can improve data availability and enhance policy relevance.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100945,"journal":{"name":"Nature-Based Solutions","volume":"9 ","pages":"Article 100344"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148167961","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}