NetworkNature NBS Quality and Standards Questionnaire

NBS Quality and Standards Questionnaire

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NBS Quality

As part of the NBS and Standards Semester Theme we have carried out a desk review to identify a list of potential features and characteristics of high-quality NBS. To confirm the relevance of these features and characteristics and to identify the main priorities concerning high-quality NBS, we would like to ask for your input on the below questions.

1 - Please provide your definition of a high-quality NBS.

2a - How important do you consider the following features and characteristics for delivering high-quality nature-based solutions on a scale from 0- 5 (where 0 is not relevant, 1 is least important, and 5 is very important)? Theme: Objectives.*

2b - How important do you consider the following features and characteristics for delivering high-quality nature-based solutions on a scale from 0- 5 (where 0 is not relevant, 1 is least important, and 5 is very important)? Theme: Design.*

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Multifunctional, integrated with grey infrastructures
Designed at the landscape scale (system-scale perspective)
Promote multi-stakeholder approach
Consider traditional, local knowledge
Consider scientific knowledge/Takes an interdisciplinary approach
Consider local context (applicability)
Consider the rights of indigenous and local people

2c - How important do you consider the following features and characteristics for delivering high-quality nature-based solutions on a scale from 0- 5 (where 0 is not relevant, 1 is least important, and 5 is very important)? Theme: Feasibility.*

2d - How important do you consider the following features and characteristics for delivering high-quality nature-based solutions on a scale from 0- 5 (where 0 is not relevant, 1 is least important, and 5 is very important)? Theme: Implementation.*

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Adaptive management
Promote inclusive governance
Ensure local ownership
Adhere to nature conservation norms
Implemented in conjunction with decarbonisation actions
Deliver societal benefits
Ensure the fair distribution of benefits (incl. gender equality)

2e - How important do you consider the following features and characteristics for delivering high-quality nature-based solutions on a scale from 0- 5 (where 0 is not relevant, 1 is least important, and 5 is very important)? Theme: Post-Implementation.*

3- Are there any other quality features and characteristics missing from the above list? Please, specify.

4- NBS outcomes can also be hindered by various (intentional or unintentional) misuses. How important and relevant do you consider the following misuses on a scale from 0 to 5 (where 0 is not relevant, 1 is least important, and 5 is very important)? *

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Monoculture tree plantations
Promotion of industrial agriculture
Land grabs and displacements
Carbon offsets (NBS implemented as a substitute of fossil fuel phase-out)
Biodiversity offsets (resulting in negative impact on biodiversity)
Greenwashing
Unfair distribution of benefit
Gentrification
Overlooking indigenous groups' rights

5- Are there any other misuses that you found missing from the above list? Please, specify.

6- In order to secure high-quality NBS, work is now underway in several areas to develop and introduce NBS quality standards. How important and relevant do you consider the following quality standardization approaches from 0 to 5 (where 0 is not relevant, 1 is least important, and 5 means very important)? *

Please add any comments and questions you have in connection to the topic of NBS quality.

Support biological diversity and ecosystem conservation

Support climate mitigation

Build resilience

Address multiple societal challenges

Define a clear set of goals and measurable targets

Mainstreamed into policies and plans