Nature-based Solutions (NbS) aim to address social challenges by harnessing the functions of sound natural ecosystems. NbS can provide integrated approaches that deliver cross-sectoral benefits, including climate change mitigation and adaptation, disaster risk reduction, resource circulation, revitalization of regional economies, management of zoonoses, and human health. They encompass measures such as green infrastructure and Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA).
NbS are expected to serve as integrated solutions for overcoming the three global crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, and international efforts including the UNEA6 synergy resolution are calling for further promotion of collective action. Actively positioning initiatives within the framework of NbS is crucial for fostering social understanding and advancing collaboration and partnerships.
This seminar will feature prominent examples of NbS, share challenges identified through practical implementation, and discuss key elements needed for the sustainable deployment of NbS, including the applicability of practices across different regions.
Thu 13 Nov. 2025
Brazil time
11:45-13:00
Japan time
23:45-1:00
Exploring Synergies through Nature-based Solutions
Organizer : Minisrty of Environment, Japan (MOEJ)
Co-organizer : Japan International Coorporation Agency (JICA)
Abstract
Program
Opening Remarks
NAMEKI Mimi｜Director for International Cooperation for Transition to Decarbonization and Sustainable Infrastructure, MOEJ
Pursuing Synergies between Climate Change Mitigation and Biodiversity Conservation through NbS
SAITO Yusuke｜Deputy Director, Biodiversity Strategy Office, MOEJ
NbS Implementation Examples in Developing Country
Ristianto Pribadi｜Director of Mangrove Rehabilitation, D.G. Watershed Management and Forest Rehabilitation, Ministry of Forestry, Indonesia
NbS Implementation Examples by Japanese Company
YANEHASHI Keisuke｜Assistant Section Manager, Research & Development Center, Nippon Koei Co., Ltd.
NbS Implementation Examples in International NGO
Pieter van Eijk｜Programme Head deltas and coasts, Wetland International
(Panel Discussion) Setting the scene: JICA's activities toward NbS implementation and challenges identified through these activities
SAKAGUCHI Noriaki ｜Senior Advisor, Global Environment Department, JICA
Panel Discussion
all participants
Wrap-Up / Closing Remarks
SAKAGUCHI Noriaki | Ditto
Closing Remarks
MATSUDA Emiko｜Deputy Director, Climate Change Observation Research Strategy Office, Global Environment Bureau, MOEJ
