Explore resources that bridge the gap between knowledge and action in advancing NBS
Our resources provide a selection of practical materials to support the application of nature-based solutions (NBS) across diverse sectors and contexts.
From coastal to urban resilience, these resources support the design, implementation, and scaling of effective NBS across a variety of settings.
These resources are suited for a variety of entry points, whether it's guiding early-stage design, informing strategic decisions, or addressing implementation challenges for World Bank-financed projects.
Photo: Mapping Exercise at the NBS Training Course for Urban Flood Resilience - Big Z Project, Zanzibar Town, Tanzania 2025. Source: World Bank
Strengthening NBS Through Knowledge Exchange
Explore tools, technical guidance, knowledge products, and global networks that contribute to shared learning and evidence-based practice on NBS across regions and sectors.
Drawing on experience from a wide range of knowledge, these resources help build the evidence base and strengthen the capacity to scale-up projects that integrate NBS, benefiting communities through ecosystem restoration, flood protection, and sustainable job creation.
They support practitioners and policymakers in translating knowledge into action across regions and sectors.
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Develop NBS knowledge and skills through training and expert consultations. The NBS Training Program offers flexible modules designed to enhance expertise in implementing and scaling NBS in diverse contexts for the World Bank, private and public partners in member countries, and implementing partners.
Resources that support the identification and prioritization of investment opportunities for NBS for climate resilience include the Nature-Based Solutions Opportunity Scan (NBSOS). The NBSOS is a tool that leverages earth observation and geospatial data to identify optimal coastal and urban NBS investments for World Bank-financed projects .
Explore knowledge products, reports, and events that cover a wide range of NBS topics. The Knowledge Hub offers a curated collection of World Bank reports, case studies, and technical guidance, while Events provide insights from past and upcoming sessions focused on sharing lessons and experiences in applying NBS across sectors.
Through partnerships with global and regional networks, GPNBS works collaboratively with key stakeholders to advance the scale-up of NBS. These partnerships offer opportunities to share knowledge, engage with practitioners and policymakers, and contribute to collective efforts that strengthen NBS for disaster and climate resilience.
