Research and analysis

Considerations of Nature Based Solutions in Marine Licensing {MMO1388}

To understand the opportunities to enable nature-based solutions (NBS) through the marine licensing service and consider the extent to which the licensing of NBS the licensing service could be evaluated.

From:
Marine Management Organisation
Published
20 February 2026

Documents

MMO1388 Considerations of Nature Based Solutions in Marine Licensing. Final report

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MMO1388 Considerations of Nature Based Solutions in Marine Licensing. Two page summary

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Details

This project identified twelve gaps and associated opportunities where licensing service could facilitate inclusion of nature-based solutions (NBS). Of the twelve opportunities, six relate to the regulatory regime and application process, three link to guidance and training, two focus on evidence generation and use, and one concerns policy implementation. The study intended to inform future licensing practice and service transformation initiatives, including the Marine and Licensing Programme (MPLP).

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Published 20 February 2026

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