PAX’s Nature-Based Solutions for Peace initiative explores how environmental restoration and sustainable practices can contribute to peacebuilding in conflict-affected areas. By collaborating with partners and communities, PAX develops and implements NbS projects that address ecological degradation while fostering social cohesion and resilience.
Harnessing nature’s potential for peace
Environmental degradation often exacerbates conflicts, particularly in fragile regions where communities depend heavily on natural resources. PAX recognizes that restoring and sustainably managing ecosystems can play a pivotal role in peacebuilding. Through the Nature-Based Solutions for Peace initiative, PAX collaborates with local communities, governments, and international organizations to raise awareness & share knowledge for projects that rehabilitate degraded environments, support livelihoods, and strengthen social bonds. These efforts not only address ecological concerns but also contribute to reducing tensions and addressing root causes of conflicts. By integrating environmental restoration with peacebuilding strategies, PAX aims to create resilient communities capable of sustaining long-term peace and environmental health.
FAQ
NbS are actions that protect, sustainably manage, and restore natural ecosystems to address societal challenges, providing benefits for both biodiversity and human well-being.
By restoring ecosystems and improving resource management, NbS can reduce competition over resources, clean up conflict-related pollution, support livelihoods, and strengthen community resilience, thereby mitigating conflict drivers.
Visit the Ecosystem for Peace platform to explore case studies and detailed information on NbS projects around the world supported by PAX and partners.
Timeline
Review the history of our NbS programme
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