Nature-based solutions to address global societal challenges Author Cohen-Shacham E., Janzen C., Maginnis S., Watlers G. Date 2016 Source IUCN (ID: MON-091185) Publisher | Place of publication IUCN | Gland, Switzerland ISBN 978-2-8317-1812-5 Pages 114 p. Document type Monography/book Language English Field of application International Subject Air & atmosphere Keyword Ecosystem preservation Abstract This report has been prepared as part of an effort by IUCN to define its position on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) and plan for future work to advance this concept and support effective implementation of NbS to enhance ecosystem services provision and address societal challenges. The report proposes a definitional framework for NbS, including a set of general principles for any NbS intervention. The report also defines the scope of NbS as an umbrella concept embracing a number of different ecosystem-based approaches. Full text MON-091185.pdf