Implementation of Nature-based solutions in the Stavanger university campus with the aim of sustainability and establishing a green campus
Master thesis
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2023Metadata
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Sammendrag
A sustainable future depends on achieving energy efficiency since it lowers energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. In order to attain energy efficiency, the adoption of nature-based solutions (NBS) is growing in popularity since it offers numerous environmental, social, and economic advantages. This paper will define NBS, examine their role in energy efficiency, and discuss how they might be employed to further sustainable development. From greenhouse gas emissions to waste generation, college campuses can have a substantial negative impact on the environment. However, through green campus initiatives, several colleges are taking proactive measures to minimize their ecological footprints. This applies to Stavanger University's campus as well, which could learn a lot from NBS about how to become a more sustainable and environmentally friendly institution.The introduction of the essay defines NBS and emphasizes their potential as a tool for attaining energy efficiency. NBS include a variety of tactics that make use of natural resources and processes, including reforestation, green infrastructure, and the restoration of wetlands, among others. These solutions have a number of benefits, such as lower energy use, better air and water quality, increased biodiversity, and carbon sequestration. The overarching objective of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change can be achieved by integrating NBS into energy systems and infrastructure. Finally, recommendations for improving the UiS campus and strategies to implement NBS there are made based on the learned insights.