Intelligent nature-based solutions in the 1st smart sustainable Brazilian City: Insights and lessons learned

• Published in: Nature-based solutions Vol. 6; p. 100161
• Main Authors: Bressane, Adriano, Loureiro, Anna Isabel Silva, Medeiros, Líliam César de Castro, Moruzzi, Rodrigo, Formiga, Jorge Kennety Silva, Negri, Rogério Galante, Saraiva, Antônio Carlos Varela
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier Inc 01-12-2024; Elsevier
• Subjects: Intelligent systems; Nature-based solutions; Smart cities; Urban sustainability; Smart cities; Urban sustainability; Intelligent systems; Nature-based solutions
• ISSN: 2772-4115; 2772-4115
• DOI: 10.1016/j.nbsj.2024.100161

•Environmental Impact: the manuscript showcases how INbS significantly enhance urban resilience and environmental sustainability, by integrating advanced technology with ecological restoration practices, leading to improved air and water quality, increased biodiversity, and the mitigation of urban heat islands, thus contributing vital insights to eco-friendly urban development strategies.•Economic Implications: this research highlights the economic benefits of INbS through cost savings, reduced energy consumption, and the promotion of sustainable building and renewable energy practices, underscoring the potential of such initiatives to drive economic growth and job creation in the green technology and sustainability sectors, while emphasizing the importance of eco-investments in urban planning.•Social Relevance: the study emphasizes the social relevance of INbS by enhancing the quality of life for the urban population through increased green space accessibility, improved public health, and active community participation in environmental stewardship, showcasing how INbS fosters social inclusion and serves as a participatory model for sustainable urban development.
As urbanization intensifies worldwide, the need for sustainable urban development becomes increasingly critical. This study introduces a novel approach, the Intelligent Nature-based Solutions (INbS), which encompasses the integration of nature-based approaches with intelligent systems. Drawing upon empirical context within the framework of the 1st Smart Sustainable Brazilian City, we engage in a perspective on the insights gained and lessons learned, offering strategic recommendations for guiding future INbS initiatives. It underscores the paramount significance of interdisciplinary collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and adaptive management strategies for the seamless amalgamation of these two domains, the technology and ecology. The study also probes into emerging challenges like the need for scalable, replicable models, ethical issues in data-driven decision-making, and the long-term effectiveness of INbS. By delving into these intricacies, this research seeks to contribute to a more profound comprehension of the potential and limitations inherent in the INbS within urban settings, particularly in emerging economies like Brazil.