Ecomunitypark in Oosterwolde is the industrial park of the future: an ecological working landscape focused on innovation, entrepreneurship and sharing of knowledge and facilities. The park will be one of the most beautiful working landscapes in the Netherlands, with exceptional spatial qualities. All businesses in this park are disconnected from the sewer system, green roofs ensure climate regulation and water …

Wadis (Water Drainage Infiltration) are used ever more frequently in northern cities like Groningen and Leeuwarden as an ecological form of water management, especially for peak loads due to rainfall. Discharging rain water to low-level grassy fields relieves the sewer system. The water can infiltrate the ground more slowly and be retained there, counteracting desiccation. Wadis are also useful as …

A specific project by the Geoservice of the University of Groningen related to climate adaptation is flood risk management. Municipalities and district water boards require insight into the consequences of climate change and the measures to reduce these effects, preferably at a street or even home level. The Tauw Company has created the WOLK model to provide rapid detailed insight …

Het Wetterskip Fryslân, the province of Friesland, all Frisian municipalities, the University of Groningen, the Hanze University of Applied Sciences and Van Hall Larenstein are conducting a combined study on the effects of climate change in urbanised areas for the entire province of Friesland. Risk areas for flooding and heat stress are identified. The latest 3D technologies are used to …

Space is being created for water storage along the Hunze River immediately south of the Zuidlaardermeer. Re-meandering and the establishment of floodplains help prevent downstream problems during periods of prolonged precipitation and make the drainage pool system more robust and climate-resistant.

The city of Assen is adjacent to the Drentsche Aa National Park. Together with the district water board, the province of Drenthe and other organisations, the Assen municipality is tackling this area step by step. Goals are the integration of water storage with the provision of water of high quality, restoration of the courses of various brooks, nature and the …

Using the valley of the nearly-vanished Hunze River for water storage is combined with allowing the former course of the river to be experienced again within the landscape of the provinces of Drenthe and Groningen as well as the city of Groningen. In emergency situations the valley can be used to keep water upstream. The area is set up to …

The construction of the large-scale water storage area De Onlanden in North Drenthe combines climate adaptation with nature and recreation. In case of extreme flooding, the area will protect the southern part of the city of Groningen. Water management in the area follows the seasons, ensuring a rich, varied environment, under the motto ‘Wet nature for dry feet’. The plans …