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The overall purpose of this scoping study is to provide a state-of-the-art overview of the context in regard to the application of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) approaches for climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction in Bosnia and Herzogovina (B&H). It mapped relevant stakeholders and policies to identify barriers, opportunities and suggest recommendations to secure a just transition to a sustainable future. Considering the administrative, institutional and political structure of B&H, the lack of analyses is one of the critical obstacles for better planning and understanding the risks posed by climate change and disaster.

The study identified challenges and related opportunities to be used as a framework for further consultation with relevant stakeholders. Some of them include: the shortage of synchronised, up-to-date and accessible data, especially regarding environmental monitoring at all levels; barriers to communication and coordination among different levels of decision-makers and policy entities; and NbS not yet captured in existing policies nor is this approach institutionalised. New climate change laws should be drafted at the entity level that consider NbS. The Environmental Strategy of B&H that is currently under development also provides another entry strategy.