Conceptualising nature-based solutions: addressing environmental challenges in the city of Amman, Jordan
Journal article
Lemes de Oliveira, F., Mare’e, S., Khattab, R., Alqatamin, H., Younis, A., Crinion, K., Zhong, H., Kaddour, I.K. and Sharmin, T. (2024). Conceptualising nature-based solutions: addressing environmental challenges in the city of Amman, Jordan. Urban Research & Practice. https://doi.org/10.1080/17535069.2024.2313211
Authors | Lemes de Oliveira, F., Mare’e, S., Khattab, R., Alqatamin, H., Younis, A., Crinion, K., Zhong, H., Kaddour, I.K. and Sharmin, T. |
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Abstract | This article explores the conceptualisation and applicability of nature-based solutions (NBS) in the semi-arid context of Amman, Jordan. Through a Delphi survey, interviews and literature review, it investigates local experts’ views, concluding that NBS are a viable approach, even in context of water scarcity and high urban temperatures. Our results advocate for a paradigm shift towards a balanced relationship between urbanisation and nature, the integration of nature-based thinking into educational systems and continuous development and training for planners and local officers. Cross-sector collaboration, a solid participatory framework, and financial mechanisms for pilot cases are essential for this transformative shift. |
Keywords | Nature-based solutions; urban planning; green infrastructure; Jordan; Amman; environmental challenges |
Year | 2024 |
Journal | Urban Research & Practice |
Publisher | Taylor & Francis |
ISSN | 1753-5069 |
1753-5077 | |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1080/17535069.2024.2313211 |
Web address (URL) | https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17535069.2024.2313211 |
Publication dates | |
Online | 15 Feb 2024 |
Publication process dates | |
Accepted | 29 Jan 2024 |
Deposited | 01 Aug 2024 |
Accepted author manuscript | License File Access Level Open |
https://openresearch.lsbu.ac.uk/item/967xz
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