The Natural Assurance Schemes Methodological Approach – From Assessment to Implementation

Abstract This chapter discusses the methodological approach for natural assurance schemes (NAS). We developed and applied methodologies strategies to increase readiness in technology (TRL), institutions (IRL) investment/financing (IVRL) illustrated them contrasting case studies. To assess how is crafted effectively green water risk reduction security plans, we propose an integrated analytical framework that builds on participatory adaptive planning approaches. Through ex-post expert assessment of NAS implementation 9 studies, demonstrate TRL, IRL IVRL can contribute operationalization under a wide range contexts boundary conditions. Case studies have (1) varying biophysical conditions, spatial scale vulnerability related hazards require diverse approaches, but also (2) levels nature based solutions NAS. Institutional generated throughout entire process, through combination joint perceptions institutional set-up as well facilitation awareness agreement responsibilities. Investment generation business canvas be translated into investment plans built around 5 cases proposed Financing Framework security. illustrate nature-based (NBS) climate adaptation effectively, needs craft at all levels, tailoring set methods tools available collaborative process with stakeholders.