Abstract
Objective The NBRACER Process-Supporting Framework for Regional Transformative Capacity, developed under WP6, is designed to guide regions1
through the various steps of their transformative journey toward climate resilience through the strategic use of Nature-based Solutions (NbS).
Understanding the need for transformation Fragmented, short-term NbS pilots cannot meet the pending climate challenges in the regions. To build regional resilience, NbS must scale from isolated projects to systemic, integrated strategies – which means reframing how we think, govern, and collaborate. That shift requires inclusive governance, strong stakeholder engagement, coherent policies, and sustainable financing - core focuses of WP6. What the framework is The NBRACER Process-Supporting Framework equips regions to strategically coordinate actions and build regional transformative capacity to enable scaling of NbS. It uses clear concepts and approaches to make complex transformation for climate resilience more communicable and solvable. Grounded in scientific disciplines from biodiversity, climate adaptation, psychology, and regional innovation sciences, it provides a practical, interdisciplinary guide for WP6 support. The NBRACER Process-Supporting Framework (Figure 1) builds on scientifically validated and internationally recognised concepts for supporting regional transformation towards climate resilience. The selected concepts serve as foundations to guide the strategic and operational transformations in the regions towards climate resilience via NbS. The concepts support NBRACER
regions by clarifying who needs to be involved (Quadruple Helix), which underlying principles should guide the collaboration processes (Guiding Principles of Transformative Governance), what kind of processes are driving transformation (Regional Transformative Capacities) and where change needs to occur (Three Spheres of Transformation) (Carayannis & Campbell, 2009;
Hölscher, Frantzeskaki, & Loorbach, 2019; Karen O'Brien & Sygna, 2013; Visseren-Hamakers et al., 2021). Carayannis and Campbell (2009); Hölscher et al. (2019); Karen O'Brien and Sygna (2013); (O’Brien, 2018); Visseren-Hamakers et al. (2021) This report introduces key concepts and approaches for building regional transformative capacityand discusses their relevance for NbS implementation. It further provides practical tools to operationalise the framework in the regions. Finally, the report presents a living resource of the regional transformative assessments and highlights potential opportunities for NBRACER demonstrating and replicator regions to deploy over the next two years to support their regional
climate resilience.
through the various steps of their transformative journey toward climate resilience through the strategic use of Nature-based Solutions (NbS).
Understanding the need for transformation Fragmented, short-term NbS pilots cannot meet the pending climate challenges in the regions. To build regional resilience, NbS must scale from isolated projects to systemic, integrated strategies – which means reframing how we think, govern, and collaborate. That shift requires inclusive governance, strong stakeholder engagement, coherent policies, and sustainable financing - core focuses of WP6. What the framework is The NBRACER Process-Supporting Framework equips regions to strategically coordinate actions and build regional transformative capacity to enable scaling of NbS. It uses clear concepts and approaches to make complex transformation for climate resilience more communicable and solvable. Grounded in scientific disciplines from biodiversity, climate adaptation, psychology, and regional innovation sciences, it provides a practical, interdisciplinary guide for WP6 support. The NBRACER Process-Supporting Framework (Figure 1) builds on scientifically validated and internationally recognised concepts for supporting regional transformation towards climate resilience. The selected concepts serve as foundations to guide the strategic and operational transformations in the regions towards climate resilience via NbS. The concepts support NBRACER
regions by clarifying who needs to be involved (Quadruple Helix), which underlying principles should guide the collaboration processes (Guiding Principles of Transformative Governance), what kind of processes are driving transformation (Regional Transformative Capacities) and where change needs to occur (Three Spheres of Transformation) (Carayannis & Campbell, 2009;
Hölscher, Frantzeskaki, & Loorbach, 2019; Karen O'Brien & Sygna, 2013; Visseren-Hamakers et al., 2021). Carayannis and Campbell (2009); Hölscher et al. (2019); Karen O'Brien and Sygna (2013); (O’Brien, 2018); Visseren-Hamakers et al. (2021) This report introduces key concepts and approaches for building regional transformative capacityand discusses their relevance for NbS implementation. It further provides practical tools to operationalise the framework in the regions. Finally, the report presents a living resource of the regional transformative assessments and highlights potential opportunities for NBRACER demonstrating and replicator regions to deploy over the next two years to support their regional
climate resilience.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Commissioning body | HORIZON Europe Research and Innovation actions in support of the implementation of the Adaptation to Climate Change Mission (HORIZON-MISS-2022-CLIMA-01) |
| Number of pages | 121 |
| Publication status | Published - Sept 2025 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 13 Climate Action
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NBRACER: Nature Based Solutions for Atlantic Regional Climate Resilience
1/10/23 → 30/09/27
Project: EU research project
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EU23038 NBRACER Nature Based Solutions for Atlantic Regional Climate Resilience (BO-60-103-003)
Coninx, I. (Project Leader)
1/01/23 → 31/12/23
Project: LVVN project
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