Author(s): Ralph Schielen; Chris Spray; Chris Haring; Jo Guy; Lydia Burgess-Gamble

Linked Author(s): Ralph Schielen

Keywords: Nature based solutions; guidelines; flood risk management; rivers

Abstract: The International Guidelines on Natural and Nature-Based Features for Flood Risk Management emphasize the role of nature-based solutions and natural infrastructure (e.g., beaches, dunes, islands, marshes) as an alternative to conventional hardened infrastructure for flood and coastal storm risk reduction. The Guidelines will equip decision-makers, project planners and practitioners with strategies that reduce flood risks to communities and improve infrastructure resilience. The document is organized so readers can begin where their interests lie. The Guidelines are an excellent starting point for the implementation of NNBF, but there is also a need to develop appropriate frameworks that quantify the (co-)benefits of NNBF. Furthermore, there are opportunities to connect NNBF to global initiatives like the UN Sustainable Development Goals, which even increases the potential of NNBF.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.3850/IAHR-39WC252171192022SS3205

Year: 2022