From July 6 to July 13, Valencia, Spain, hosted TERRAENVISION 2024, a prestigious conference centered around the significant transitions of our time, with a key focus on nature-based solutions (NBS).
TERRAENVISION 2024 was organized around four primary thematic streams:
- Nature-Based Solutions for Agriculture and Natural Areas: This stream focused on solutions for soil, water, and landscape management, crucial for enhancing biodiversity and ecosystem services.
- Nature-Based Solutions for Natural Hazards: Addressing fire, floods, and droughts, this theme highlighted innovative approaches to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change on our environment.
- Nature-Based Solutions for Land and Water Management in Urban and Industrial Areas: Discussions revolved around sustainable soil, water, and spatial planning strategies to improve the resilience and livability of cities and industrial zones.
- Measuring Processes and Impacts of NBS: This stream focused on developing methodologies and tools to quantify the effectiveness and benefits of nature-based solutions
Carlota García from CIRCE presented the CARDIMED project during the session titled “Nature-Based Solutions in Urban Areas/Soil Quality“. Her presentation, “Climate Adaptation through Nature-Based Solutions: Heat Wave Resiliency in Schoolyards,” emphasized the crucial role of monitoring urban environments during transformation processes. Carlota highlighted the significance of community participation as a foundational pillar in urban transformations, advocating for inclusive and participatory approaches in planning and implementation.
The occasion was useful to promote the CARDIMED project. The event highlighted the potential of Nature-Based Solutions, and strengthened connections among European cities striving for sustainable and resilient futures.
