| Title |
Unravelling stakeholder narratives on nature-based solutions for hydro-meteorological risk reduction |
| ID_Doc |
10360 |
| Authors |
Han, S; Luo, AR |
| Title |
Unravelling stakeholder narratives on nature-based solutions for hydro-meteorological risk reduction |
| Year |
2024 |
| Published |
Sustainability Science, 19, 5 |
| DOI |
10.1007/s11625-024-01541-2 |
| Abstract |
Despite growing scholarly consensus on the need for nature-based solutions (NBS) as holistic and sustainable alternatives to traditional engineering solutions, stakeholder acceptance and implementation of NBS remain low. This study investigates stakeholder narratives on implementing nature-based solutions (NBS) for mitigating hydro-meteorological risks across five European river basin sites in Eastern and Central Europe. Utilising the Q-methodology and narrative analysis, we identified three ideal-typical narratives: idealist, reformist, and sceptic-each providing distinct perspectives on evidence-based policy formation and NBS integration. Our results demonstrate that: (1) idealists' optimistic outlook risks overlooking critical engagement with implementation challenges; (2) neglecting sceptic concerns may impede NBS adoption and invite accusations of green-washing, and (3) reformists promote evidence-based approaches and transparent stakeholder engagement to bridge narrative divides. The study underscores the importance of identifying shared values, stakeholder collaboration, and a nuanced understanding of contextual factors in fostering NBS implementation. The study contributes to a practical framework aligning NBS projects with prevailing narratives, offering guidance for navigating the complex landscape of NBS implementation. Future research should prioritize in-depth analysis of agent perspectives, place-specific influences on narratives, and the application of narrative analysis to other emerging technologies and environmental topics (e.g. circular economy), deepening our understanding of the socio-political dynamics shaping the acceptance and implementation of sustainable solutions. |
| Author Keywords |
Sustainable flood management; Flood risk management; Stakeholder perspectives; Q-methodology; Narrative analysis; Evidence-based policymaking; Stakeholder engagement |
| Index Keywords |
Index Keywords |
| Document Type |
Other |
| Open Access |
Open Access |
| Source |
Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED) |
| EID |
WOS:001282062500001 |
| WoS Category |
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology; Environmental Sciences |
| Research Area |
Science & Technology - Other Topics; Environmental Sciences & Ecology |
| PDF |
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11625-024-01541-2
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