The science and practice
BeNature integrates an interdisciplinary review of scientific literature with an international synthesis of professional expertise. The following validation process and constant engagement with Indigenous People led to a global benchmark for promoting sustainable relationships with nature.
Synthesis of academic literature
Reviewing all publications about Human-Nature Connection from 1984 to 2015 led to the realisation that there is a vast array of disciplines separately investigating our connection with nature. The evidence generated by these disciplines had been combined in BeNature. Link to paper
Reviewing the work of professionals
Professionals have a wealth of knowledge about how to connect people with nature. The wisdom from over 200 different international organisations have been synthesised and integrated in the competencies of BeNature. Link to paper
The authors of the BeNature Guide
Dr. Matteo Giusti
Matteo is a researcher in Sustainability Science at the University of Surrey and a fellow at the Institute for Sustainability
Louise Shorthose
Louise is the Outdoor Learning Manager at the Surrey Wildlife Trust
Kirsty Porter
Kirsty is the Outdoor Education
Training and Research and Advocacy manager at the Surrey Wildlife Trust