NBS EduWORLD Learning Units
This is a set of 10 Learning Units developed by Horizon Nua as part of the NBS EduWORLD project that offers a comprehensive and flexible suite of resources designed to integrate Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) into professional training. Each unit is aligned with European Qualification Framework (EQF) levels, ranging from Level 6 to Level 8, ensuring academic relevance and adaptability.
These Learning Units are editable and adaptable, supporting custom integration into curricula, practice-oriented, blending theory with applied learning, and geographically diverse, reflecting urban, rural, and coastal NBS contexts.
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Nature-based Entrepreneurship
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Business models for NBEs
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LU 2: Business models for nature-based enterprises Part I
Introduction to the concept of business models and the business model canvas as a tool for strategic management and planning.
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LU3: Business models for Nature-based Enterprises: PART II
Continuation of LU2, participants will be reminded of the different types of BMC tools available and given a deep dive into the bottom segment of the business model canvas - capturing value, cost structure and cost reduction
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Financing for NBEs
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LU4: Financing for Nature-based Enterprises (Part 1)
In this lesson, we review key factors influencing the choice and availablity of finance and we consider how financing for nature-based enterprises may be different from that of other businesses.
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LU5: Financing for Nature-based Enterprises (Part II)
In this lesson, we continue our review of financing options for nature-based enterprises. Options for financing of start-ups will be explored as will the differences in financing approaches adopted across different NbE sectors.
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Measuring Impact for NBEs
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LU6: Measuring Impact for Nature-based Enterprise (Part I)
Nature-based enterprises identify measuring impact as a key priority but also a significant challenge. In this lesson, we explore the terminology around measuring impact, potential impact indicators, strategies and tools to measure impact.
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LU7: Measuring Impact for Nature-based Enterprise (Part II)
In this lesson, we provide an overview of the landscape for reporting on nature and biodiversity, review the relevance of CSRD requirements for nature-based enterprise and explore relevant guidance support and tools available including TNFD LEAP frameworks and the ACT-D approach.
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Market Strategy for NBEs
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LU8: Market Strategy for Nature-based Enterprise (Part I)
In part 1 of this lesson, the nature-based enterprise is guided through well-established strategic management tools (PESTLE, SWOT, TOWS Matrix) that are used to evaluate the market and analyse the internal and external environment so that strategic recommendations can be formulated and implemented.
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LU9: Market Strategy for Nature-based Enterprise (Part II)
In part 2 of this lesson, the nature based enterprise is guided through a well-established strategic management tool (Porter's Five Forces).
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Pitching
Meet your instructors
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Meet your instructors ✳
KATE
MACK
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world.
What you’ll learn
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Course FAQ
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.