Hello William,
Thank you for sharing this information. The National Forum on Nature-based Solutions sounds like a very timely and important initiative. I am particularly interested in how NbS strategies can be integrated into urban infrastructure and coastal protection projects to provide both environmental and social benefits.
It would be great to learn more about the forum's focus on actionable outcomes and case studies demonstrating successful implementation. I look forward to following the discussions and insights from this event.
Best regards,
Darya Stanskova
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Darya Stanskova M.ASCE
Cost Estimator, Construction Engineer, Power Engineer, Project Manager
Fort Myers FL
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Original Message:
Sent: 01-13-2026 11:48 AM
From: William McAnally
Subject: National Forum on Nature-based Solutions (NbS)
A committee of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM), in collaboration with the Network for Engineering with Nature (N-EWN), will convene a national Forum focused on nature-based solutions (NbS) as innovative and sustainable strategies to reduce risks such as flooding, coastal erosion, and extreme weather, while enhancing biodiversity, ecosystem functions, or community well-being. 10-12 March 2026
https://www.nationalacademies.org/projects/GULF-GEPS-25-02
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William McAnally Ph.D., P.E., BC.CE, BC.NE, F.ASCE
ENGINEER
Columbus MS
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