Actionable Outputs

Explore the key tangible outcomes created by ᴇNᴀBʟS.

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Teaching Methods: Warming Up to Biodiversity

To convey the importance of biodiversity, presenting facts is often insufficient. This document provides inspiration for teaching methods that engage hands, heart and mind. Drawing on over twenty examples, methods are categorised as follows: 1) fostering a sense of wonder for nature (marveling at nature), 2) putting yourself in nature’s shoes (emphathising with nature), 3) standing strong together (experiencing ecosystem interdependence). These methods can be adjusted to suit all educational levels.

Created by WUR, in collaboration with Deltaplan Biodiversiteitsherstel, Green Deal Onderwijs, and Aeres University of Applied Sciences

Main target audiences: Teachers of all educational levels (primary to academic education)

Article (in English)

Article (in Dutch)

Workshop Web Article

Nature-Based Solutions Online Course

The University of Eastern Finland has developed an online course titled “Nature-Based Solutions”, which provides students with a solid introduction to NBS through numerous real-life examples from Nordic environments. All course materials are available under a CC BY-SA license, allowing teachers to freely use and adapt them in their own teaching — as long as the original creator is credited.

Created by UEF

Main target audiences: Students & Teachers

Course Open Access Version (registration to the DigiCampus platform required)

Further Information (UEF website)

Course Text Materials

ᴇNᴀBʟS Web Article

NBS101 Bingo Activity Toolkit

NBS101 Bingo is an interactive educational toolkit designed to introduce biodiversity & NBS to a diverse audience with varying awareness levels. It supports transdisciplinary dialogue, reflection, and peer-to-peer learning across diverse educational and community settings. It offers detailed guidance for facilitators, including activity flow, materials, and adaptable formats. The resource aims to make NBS concepts more accessible, engaging, and relevant across disciplines and knowledge systems.

Created by UHOH

Main target audiences: Teachers, Students, Educational and Training Institutions, Local Authorities, General Public

Publication

Bingo Activity Material

VMU Arboretum Interactive Map: spaces for nature-based learning and biodiversity awareness

The VMU Arboretum interactive map serves as an educational tool illustrating how NBS are applied within the university campus and promote tree biodiversity. It highlights areas dedicated to biodiversity conservation and outdoor learning for students of higher education institutions and TVET. It fosters engagement among local community members, students, TVET teachers, and school pupils, enhancing understanding of how natural systems contribute to human well-being and sustainable development.

Created by VMU

Main target audiences: Students, Teachers, Researchers, Local Communities, Environmental Practitioners

Visualisation Tool (Lithuanian)

Current Status and Trends in Addressing Biodiversity Loss with NBS

This report, excerpted from ᴇNᴀBʟS' Deliverable 1.1, analyses the integration of Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) within global and European frameworks. It evaluates the IUCN Global Standard, a system of eight criteria designed to mainstream conservation across economic sectors. Additionally, it highlights the European Commission’s strategic policy, which positions NBS as a pillar of the European Green Deal to address climate adaptation and biodiversity loss through targeted innovation and funding.

Created by VMU

Main target audiences: Students, Teachers, Researchers, Local Communities, Environmental Practitioners

Report

Deliverable 1.1

Current Biodiversity Loss and NBS Approaches in Higher Education and TVET

This report investigates the integration of Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) in higher education and TVET curricula across the EU. Drawing on surveys and expert interviews, it reveals that while 65% of universities include NBS, only 42% of colleges and TVETs do the same. Key barriers include institutional constraints and resource limitations. Findings emphasise a shift from theoretical frameworks toward practical instructional tools to better address biodiversity loss and mainstream NBS.

Created by UHOH

Main target audiences: Students, Teachers, Researchers, Local Communities, Environmental Practitioners

Report

Deliverable 1.1

Networking and Collaboration Patterns Among Universities and Universities – TVET

This report explores interdisciplinary collaboration between Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and TVETs, specifically through the Living Labs (LLs) model. While findings reveal a strong appetite for co-creating real-world NBS solutions, success is often hindered by logistical barriers and resource shortages. The analysis highlights that bridging the gap between theoretical interest and practical implementation requires structured governmental support and standardised frameworks to sustain impactful, multi-sector partnerships.

Created by ICA

Main target audiences: Students, Teachers, Researchers, Local Communities, Environmental Practitioners

Report

Deliverable 1.1

NBS Awareness and Perceptions Across Society

This report evaluates societal awareness and professional perceptions of biodiversity and NBS across the EU, drawing on over 1,000 survey responses. While general awareness is moderate, significant gaps exist regarding the socio-economic benefits of NBS and specific environmental threats. The findings advocate for "train-the-trainer" programmes and interdisciplinary curricula to bridge these knowledge gaps. It also highlights the need for targeted policy support to help smaller organizations overcome resource barriers to sustainability.

Created by ICA

Main target audiences: Students, Teachers, Researchers, Local Communities, Environmental Practitioners

Report

Deliverable 1.1