Summary 4

1 What are nature based solutions? 6

2 How can nature based solutions address climate change? 7

2.1 Mitigation 7

2.2 Adaptation 13

3 International frameworks and processes 17

3.1 Climate change 17

3.2 Biodiversity 19

4 Domestic action and progress 21

4.1 Climate change strategies and plans 21

4.2 Nature restoration strategies and funding 23

4.3 Private sector markets and reporting 27

4.4 Assessing progress and stakeholder comment 31

5 Further reading 35