Green Growth Strategies: Exploring Nature-Based Solutions for Sustainable Economic Recovery

Green growth strategies aim to achieve sustainable economic recovery by integrating nature-based solutions (NbS) into economic and environmental policies. These strategies leverage the natural environment to address pressing issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and economic instability. By restoring ecosystems, improving natural resource management, and creating green infrastructure, NbS contribute to resilience against environmental shocks while offering economic benefits, including job creation and long-term cost savings. Effective implementation of NbS in policy frameworks can catalyze sustainable development, aligning short-term economic recovery with long-term environmental goals. This paper examines the role of NbS in promoting green growth, highlights successful case studies, and explores pathways for integrating nature-based approaches into economic recovery plans. Policy recommendations include prioritizing NbS in urban planning, incentivizing private sector involvement, and fostering multi-stakeholder partnerships. Through these strategies, NbS provide a framework for a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable economic recovery.