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Bridging the gap: riverine nature-based solutions for climate resilient transportation infrastructure in the United States

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Nature-based solutions (NBS) can serve as important tools for managing climate risks to transportation infrastructure in the riverine environment. We synthesized reports, guidelines, and conversations with stakeholders regarding the use of riverine NBS alongside transportation infrastructure in the United States. We discuss challenges for transportation projects incorporating riverine NBS and present potential solutions as an action-oriented research agenda to drive the use of riverine NBS for climate-resilient transportation infrastructure.

Source: npj Urban Sustainability

DOI: 10.1038/s42949-025-00215-x

Authors: Marissa K. Webber, Lillian Mei, Constantine Samaras

Institution: Carnegie Mellon University

Language: English

Topic: Hydrology and Sediment Transport Processes

Subfield: Ecology

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Sustainable cities and communities, Climate action

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,490