Events
Bridging Knowledge, Policy, and Practice for Nature-Based Solutions
Bridging Knowledge, Policy, and Practice for Nature-Based Solutions
Explore our upcoming and past events that elevate nature-based solutions (NBS) and their links to climate resilience, biodiversity, and community wellbeing through:
- Live webinars featuring NBS experts
- Regional dialogues and panel discussions
- Knowledge-sharing sessions on NBS reports, practices and tools
Event details and registration links will be posted as available. If an upcoming event is listed below, please RSVP and join virtually.
Upcoming Events
UR Abu Dhabi has been moved to May 10-14, 2027. For the first time, UR will take place in the Middle East region in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Other than rescheduling the dates, all event logistics remain the same. The Forum will take place at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi as planned. Registration and Call for Proposals remain open, with new deadlines for submissions.
Past Events
Coastal areas rank among the world's most vulnerable regions, facing the combined pressures of natural hazards, high population density, and concentrated economic activity in low lying zones. These hazards are compounded by the degradation of coastal ecosystems that provide essential services, including hazard mitigation, nature-based tourism, and habitat for species.
As part of the GPSC Urban Nature Program webinar series, the European Space Agency (ESA), in collaboration with the GPSC, will host a second session exploring how data and digital tools can support green infrastructure planning and urban nature interventions in cities.
Nature‑based solutions (NBS) are increasingly recognized as essential for addressing climate and disaster risks, while also delivering multiple benefits for livelihoods, biodiversity, and sustainable development.
Cities today are navigating climate, environmental, and social pressures that demand solutions both innovative and practical. Nature‑based Solutions (NbS) offer an opportunity to integrate natural systems into the way we design, plan, and invest in urban infrastructure.
In the lead-up to COP30, a series of high-level gatherings will take place in Rio de Janeiro from November 3–6, 2025, bringing together mayors and local leaders from around the world. These events will spotlight bold city leadership on climate action, highlight subnational priorities, and mobilize resources for an ambitious and inclusive COP30 agenda.
