Nature-Based Solutions for Combating Climate Change and Halting Biodiversity Loss in India: Steps towards Biosphere Integrity
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https://doi.org/10.36808/if/2024/v150i9/170498Keywords:
Biodiversity Loss, Climate Change, Nature Based Solution, Sustainable Development.Abstract
Biodiversity loss and climate change are some of the major ecological challenges that Mother Earth is facing today. In response, many countries are implementing nature-based solutions to mitigate these challenges and promote sustainable development. This article has analysed the NbS programs implemented across India and examines what is required for successful NbS and assess the major challenges and barriers to NbS for the Indian landscape.References
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