Soil and Water Bioengineering for Natural Hazard Mitigation and Ecological Restoration: A Sustainable Nature-Based Solution

Soil and Water Bioengineering (SWB) is an environmentally friendly approach that integrates biological and engineering techniques applied to manage natural hazards and restore degraded ecosystems.Instead of using concrete or heavy machinery, SWB relies on vegetation, natural materials and ecological processes.This method helps to reduce disaster risks, improves soil quality, enhances water retention and increases biodiversity.SWB techniques, such as vegetative slope stabilization and erosion control, are cost-effective and adaptable to different landscapes.As a nature-based solution, SWB plays a key role in promoting sustainable land management, restoring ecological balance, and building resilience against climate-related hazards.This mini review aims to provide an overview of SWB as a sustainable, nature-based approach that integrates ecological and engineering principles to mitigate natural hazards and restore degraded ecosystems.