The Guide to Multi-Benefit Cohesion Policy Investments in Nature and Green Infrastructure

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The objective of this guide is threefold. First, showing that investments in nature, biodiversity and green infrastructure are relevant for cohesion policy. Second, emphasising how investments in nature and green infrastructure can actually contribute to several policy objectives and deliver multiple benefits, in particular socio-economic development. Third, assisting authorities and stakeholders with practical recommendations to improve the delivery of cohesion policy programmes and projects.

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The objective of this guide is threefold. First, showing that investments in nature, biodiversity and green infrastructure are relevant for cohesion policy. Second, emphasising how investments in nature and green infrastructure can actually contribute to several policy objectives and deliver multiple benefits, in particular socio-economic development. Third, assisting authorities and stakeholders with practical recommendations to improve the delivery of cohesion policy programmes and projects.

This guide underlines the crucial interconnections which exist between nature, society and the economy. Adaptation to climate change, prevention of natural disasters, preservation of water quality and quantity and jobs in the tourism or agro-food sector are intimately linked. It is about ensuring this integrated approach is followed when working on investments in nature and green infrastructure.

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