 Nature-based solutions are those that aim to improve ecosystem resilience or, quote, the ability of an ecosystem to absorb various disturbances or environmental stressors and to reorganize itself to maintain its critical functions. That's important because pre-existing natural ecosystems are really well-suited for buffering or mitigating the effects of extreme weather spurred by a changing climate. Here's Neerengarten to explain the city's specific goals for Fayetteville's ecosystems.