How the Netherlands is using nature-based solutions to improve water security

Aug 3, 2023

The Netherlands is a global leader in the development and use of nature-based solutions (NBS) to improve water security. Image: Pexels/Adrien Olichon

Klaas De Groot

Senior Water Resources Management Specialist, World Bank

Berenice Flores Arias Uijtewaal

Water Supply and Sanitation Specialist, World Bank

Phuong Hoang Ai Nguyen

Senior Environmental Specialist, World Bank

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