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Connecting
nature-based
solutions and health
Evidence-based design of NbS to maximise benefits, minimise harms, and prevent the widening of health inequalities
LILY is a large-scale interdisciplinary alliance, funded under COST Action CA23133, focused on addressing how nature-based solutions (NbS) affect human health across Europe.
We aim to build a shared framework and set guidelines for indicators, promoting best practices in the use of nature-based solutions to address the health impacts of climate change, with a special focus on evidence-based policies, vulnerable populations, and reducing inequality in adaptation and implementation.
Working groups
The LILY ACTION is structured around four Working Groups (WGs), each focusing on key aspects of nature-based solutions and their health impacts.

Research coordination to identify knowledge gaps, develop the conceptual framework, and create guidelines for indicators and best practices in nature-based solutions health assessment

Focus on training, stakeholder engagement, and translating research outputs into accessible resources through workshops, summer schools, and stakeholder meetings

Design and maintenance of the project’s digital network and data platform, enabling collaboration, data sharing, and matchmaking among researchers and implementers

Communication and dissemination strategy, organising events, adapting outputs for different audiences, and promoting the visibility and impact of the project

Activities & events
Explore our open opportunities and upcoming events
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Webinar 8 October – NbS and Health: Understanding the effects
Register now to our next webinar and learn more on how NbS can affect health.
WG1 Co-production workshop in Athens, Greece (invitation only)
Resources
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Newsletter #1 June 2025
Latest news
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Workshop: Health Impact and Indicator Assessment
Over 40 researchers from 24 academic institutions and 13 countries across Europe participated in an interdisciplinary workshop by LILY. The…
Building a Shared Platform for Nature-Based Solutions and Health Workshop
This workshop was held at the University of Primorska, Izola, Slovenia, on May 8 and 9, 2025, bringing together participants…
LILY COST Action launched
On Monday 21 October 2024 we successfully kicked off our COST Action on Nature-based Solutions and Health, LILY, with Hei-Planet…