Individuals and organizations working to advance nature-based solutions are invited to apply for the Futures with Nature Open Call 2026, an initiative that highlights innovative ideas, projects, and policies that contribute to a more sustainable relationship between people and nature.

The selected contributions will be showcased during NetworkNature Week, held as part of the Nature-based Solutions International Congress 2026 in Paris, France, from 2–6 November 2026.

About the Open Call

The initiative seeks forward-thinking proposals that demonstrate how nature can play a central role in addressing environmental and societal challenges. Organizers are looking for inspiring stories, practical solutions, policy innovations, creative concepts, and community-led initiatives that can encourage wider adoption of nature-based approaches across Europe and beyond.

Applications are welcome from a broad range of sectors and disciplines, with opportunities available to participate as a speaker, workshop facilitator, or exhibition contributor.

Participation Opportunities

Successful applicants may have the opportunity to:

• Present their work as a speaker during NetworkNature Week events.
• Facilitate interactive workshops with international participants.
• Showcase their ideas through the Future Postcards Exhibition, highlighting inspiring visions for nature-positive futures.
• Connect with researchers, policymakers, businesses, educators, local authorities, and environmental practitioners.
• Increase the visibility of their projects among European and international audiences.

Travel support is available for selected speakers, while exhibition contributors will receive professionally designed and printed postcards featuring their submissions.

Areas of Interest

Applications may focus on a wide variety of topics related to nature-based solutions, including:

• Ecosystem restoration
• Biodiversity conservation
• Climate resilience
• Urban nature
• Sustainable cities
• Green infrastructure
• Environmental governance
• Community engagement
• Nature-positive economies
• Environmental education
• Public policy
• Indigenous knowledge
• Ecological innovation
• Climate adaptation
• Sustainable development

NetworkNature Week Themes

Applicants are encouraged to align their proposals with one or more of the following themes:

Future Ecosystems

Innovative approaches to restoring biodiversity and strengthening ecosystem resilience.

Future Governance

Policies and decision-making models that place nature at the center of development.

Future Lives

Ideas that demonstrate how communities can integrate nature into everyday life.

Future Economies

Economic models that promote sustainability while supporting both people and the environment.

Future Postcards Exhibition

Applicants may also contribute to a creative exhibition that transforms inspiring environmental ideas into illustrated postcards. These postcards will be displayed during the Congress and shared with decision-makers to encourage wider adoption of successful nature-based practices.

Projects, policies, artistic concepts, research findings, and community initiatives are all welcome.

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed by the NetworkNature team based on the quality, originality, relevance, and potential impact of the proposed contribution. Successful applicants will be contacted by email within approximately two weeks after the application deadline.

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: June 30, 2026
• Notification of Results: Within two weeks after the closing date
• NetworkNature Week: November 2–6, 2026
• Location: Paris, France

Applicants interested in shaping future conversations around nature-based solutions are encouraged to submit their proposals before the deadline.