Nature-based solutions and urban flood

This article investigates the state-of-the-art of publications on nature-based solutions (NBS) from both global and Latin American perspectives, with a particular focus on urban flooding. Through a full systematic literature review, we aimed at understanding: (i) how the concept of nature is addressed by NBS and how their strategies connect to local biomes and community practices; (ii) which strategies are most commonly employed to tackle urban flooding; (iii) the progress made in Latin America in this field; and (iv) the research gaps that remain within this thematic scope. The results reveal the global dominance of Europe in practical implementation and the conceptual focus in Latin America, emphasizing the need for localized, community-driven strategies that integrate local biomes, ecosystems, and cultural contexts to enhance the effectiveness and inclusivity of nature-based solutions.