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THE FUTURE-ROBUST CITY
Thoughtful and sustainable growth
In response to all the demands, structures and activities are tailored in line
with the natural water and soil system. In addition, changing conditions such
as growth, increasing demand for resources and climate change are taken
into account. Risks are identified in good time and appropriate solutions are
deployed. There is a transition to sustainable solutions. Knowledge of the water
and soil system is a regular component of the planning and decision-making
process, and of the design phase, allowing the city to grow sustainably, healthily
and safely while maintaining the balance with the local surroundings.
For more information:
marco.hoogvliet@deltares.nlRoom for the River
The course of the river becomes more
natural, creating more space for water
flows, nature and recreation.
Space used optimally
Abandoned industrial estates
are put to new uses, and made
safe and healthy.
More water and green spaces
Water and green spaces improve the living
environment, reduce the risk of heat stress
and help to make the water system robust.
Future-robust flood defences
Dike construction takes sea-level rise, land sub
sidence and climate change into account, using
natural elements where possible.
Water-robust building
During construction, flood risks are
taken into account so that damage is
limited when there is an emergency.
Sustainable water supplies
Water is stored, and used in times of
scarcity.
Facilitating decision-making
New working methods, fast models and serious
gaming are used to establish a picture of
difficulties and opportunities, and to develop
action perspectives.
Natural sources of energy
Heat and cold from water and the
subsurface are used for climate
control in buildings.
Multifunctional dike
The dike combines several functions,
allowing scarce space to be used optimally
and the dike to become a part of the living
environment.
Stable structures
During construction, variations in the
strength of the subsurface and the risk of
movement in the ground are taken into
account.