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Conceptualising nature-based solutions: addressing environmental challenges in the city of Amman, Jordan

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  • Fabiano Lemes de Oliveira
  • Salam Mare’e
  • Rawan Khattab
  • Hadeel Alqatamin
  • Ahmad Younis
  • Kate Crinion
  • Hua Zhong
  • Ibrahim Zakarya Kaddour
  • Tania Sharmin

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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.

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  • Fabiano Lemes de Oliveira & Salam Mare’e & Rawan Khattab & Hadeel Alqatamin & Ahmad Younis & Kate Crinion & Hua Zhong & Ibrahim Zakarya Kaddour & Tania Sharmin, 2025. "Conceptualising nature-based solutions: addressing environmental challenges in the city of Amman, Jordan," Urban Research & Practice, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 18(1), pages 6-28, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:rurpxx:v:18:y:2025:i:1:p:6-28
    DOI: 10.1080/17535069.2024.2313211
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