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Climate Change and Nature-Based Solutions: Harnessing Nature’s Potential for Adaptation and Mitigation

Author : Satya Srinivasa Gopinadh Garre

Published in: Climate Change and Human Adaptation in India

Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland

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This chapter investigates nature-based solutions (NbS) as a technique for addressing the issues posed by climate change. It investigates the potential of NbS in adaptation and mitigation efforts, demonstrating the wide spectrum of nature-based approaches that might be used. The chapter also addresses the advantages, disadvantages, and considerations of deploying NbS, as well as examples of successful case studies from around the world. Finally, the chapter underlines the necessity of incorporating nature-based solutions into climate change policies and strategies in order to promote sustainability, resilience, and harmonious coexistence with nature.

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Title: Climate Change and Nature-Based Solutions: Harnessing Nature’s Potential for Adaptation and Mitigation
Author: Satya Srinivasa Gopinadh Garre
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland
Book: Climate Change and Human Adaptation in India
Print ISBN: 978-3-031-55820-7

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-031-55821-4

Copyright Year: 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-55821-4_8

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