Upcoming Events
Building with Nature
Nature-based strategies to benefit people and ecosystems
“Building with Nature” is a concept in sustainable design and engineering. It means working with natural processes rather than against them—for example, by creating future-proof infrastructure, cities, and landscapes. In this way, both people and ecosystems benefit.
In this immersive event, you will experience the beauty of nature and hear first-hand from Michaël van Buuren, senior advisor in landscape architecture at WER and co-author of NL2120, about projects developed with this approach, as well as the challenges and opportunities it presents. His story will be complemented by the Nature Us video installation.
This event is organized in collaboration with the ESG Programme Green Climate Solutions.
To participate on-line register here
08-10-2025
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On-line info session
Would you like to join the Nature-based Future Challenge but are not sure what it takes? Would you like to learn more about the timeline of the Challenge, your assignments, and what’s in it for you as a participant? Would you like to hear from former participants about their experiences? Join the info session and get all your questions answered!
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14-10-2025
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Registration deadline
17-11-2025
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Inspiration event
02-12-2025
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Team profile deadline
09-01-2026
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Kick-off Event
13-01-2026
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Past Events
Water and Global Security: Harnessing the Power of Nature-Based Solutions
Date & time: 17 June, 5 PM CET
Location: On-line
The world is facing unprecedented water challenges. Water insecurity is increasing worldwide, straining relations between people, communities, and entire countries. Nature-based solutions, particularly wetlands, have significant potential to address water-related challenges. Youth are key stakeholders in developing solutions for future generations
This webinar examines the link between water, peace, and security, and explores how nature-based solutions can play a key role in turning water crises into opportunities. With climate pressures mounting, these solutions offer a pathway toward greater resilience, cooperation, and sustainability at both local and global levels.
Hosted by Henk Nieboer (Adaelta)
Speakers:
Karounga Keita (Wetlands International)
Begonia Arellano Jaimerena (Deltares)
Bénigne Ishimwe Mugwaneza (Rwanda Young Water Professional)
Organized jointly by Nature Based Solutions Platform, WUR Student Challenges, NL2120 and Ramsar Wetlands Convention.
17-06-2025
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