Nature-based solutions for urban biodiversity

The research project aims to explore and co-develop Nature-based Solutions (NbS) to regenerate urban biodiversity, while enhancing social well-being, aesthetic quality of public spaces, and environmental sustainability in alignment with the principles of the New European Bauhaus (NEB): beauty, inclusiveness, and sustainability. Through a transdisciplinary approach that integrates ecological science, urban design, civic participation, and social innovation, the project will develop replicable models for the planning and implementation of green and blue infrastructure in densely populated urban areas. These interventions will be co-created with local communities to improve ecological connectivity, support microhabitats for native species, and regenerate culturally significant urban landscapes.
The project places particular emphasis on strengthening climate resilience by using NbS to mitigate urban heat islands, manage stormwater, and enhance carbon sequestration. It also embeds educational frameworks to foster ecological literacy and engage citizens of all ages in environmental stewardship, both formally through schools and informally through public participation. Furthermore, the project promotes circular approaches in the use of materials, water, and biological resources, integrating NbS into broader strategies of urban circularity and resource efficiency. Participatory methodologies and digital monitoring tools will be employed to assess the impact of NbS on biodiversity, climate adaptation, and urban quality of life, contributing to the goals of the EU Biodiversity Strategy and advancing the NEB vision of a more beautiful, inclusive, and sustainable urban future.