eNaBlS Project Making Strides in Advancing Biodiversity and Nature-Based Solutions Education

(IN BRIEF) The eNaBlS project is driving significant progress in promoting Nature-Based Solutions and biodiversity education across Europe by establishing interactive Living Labs that connect scientists, students, local communities, and policymakers, launching dedicated web pages for real-time updates, developing a multidisciplinary online course by the University of Eastern Finland—available both to degree students and lifelong learners via open access—and actively participating in global events like the NBS Education Summit, all of which underscore its commitment to fostering collaboration, research, and innovative approaches to creating a more sustainable and biodiverse future.

(PRESS RELEASE) THESSALONIKI, 1-Apr-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — The eNaBlS project, dedicated to fostering Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) and promoting biodiversity education, has seen some incredibly productive and impactful few months. With Living Labs established, new web resources launched, and significant advancements in NBS education, the project continues to drive innovative approaches to fostering awareness, education, and action around NBS and biodiversity.

Living Labs Established and Web Pages Launched

eNaBlS’ network of Living Labs has been successfully established across Europe, serving as interactive hubs where scientists, students, and the public can engage with real-world biodiversity challenges. These labs are designed to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing between different stakeholders, including local communities, researchers, and policymakers. Alongside this, dedicated web pages for each Living Lab have been launched on the eNaBlS website, offering up-to-date information on ongoing activities and events, fostering greater engagement and knowledge sharing.

NBS: New Online Course Available to All

The University of Eastern Finland, a partner in the eNaBlS project, has created an online multidisciplinary course and is piloting it in spring 2025 with its degree students. Focusing on the northern environment, the course offers basic knowledge about NBS and approaches the theme from a problem-oriented point of view, using multiple real-life examples in Finland, illustrated by several videos and pictures. This valuable resource will be made available to all lifelong learners thought the Open University of the UEF Center for Continuous Learning. An Open Access version of the course has also been created, providing free access without the need for an enrolment key. This course is a significant contribution to eNaBlS’ educational goals.

eNaBlS at NBS EduWORLD Education Summit

eNaBlS also actively participated in the NBS Education Summit, which brought together thought leaders, educators, and stakeholders from around the world to explore the integration of NBS into education and professional training. eNaBlS showcased its approach to biodiversity education and its work on mapping awareness, perceptions and education on biodiversity and NBS in Europe. The summit was an exciting opportunity for eNaBlS to engage with a global community of educators and practitioners and underscore its commitment to advancing NBS education.

The eNaBlS project continues to work towards its goal of creating a more sustainable and biodiverse future through collaborative research, education, and innovation.

About eNaBlS

eNaBlS is an EU-funded project aimed at promoting NBS and enhancing biodiversity education across Europe. Fostering collaboration across sectors, it promotes sustainable solutions to biodiversity challenges. Through its Living Labs, educational programmes, and research initiatives, eNaBlS is working to build a more informed and engaged community that can drive positive change for biodiversity.

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Ann-Catrin Fender, Project coordinator, University of Hohenheim, E.: anncatrin.fender@uni-hohenheim.de

Dafni Delioglani, Dissemination & Communication manager, FOCUS Strategic Thinking Consultants, E.: dafni.delioglani@focus-stc.gr

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