Dikes The map shows the dikes of the Netherlands with the various protection levels (in different colours). Floods This map shows where and how deep the Netherlands will be flooded if the primary water defences break. Where will it stay dry? Which building has a dry floor where I can take shelter if there is a threat of flooding? Heat map The temperature in cities is higher than in surrounding villages and in the countryside. How warm does it get in your area? Cooling down Where can you find the cooler areas from green and/or blue space? Apparent temperature On a summer's day, it can feel even hotter than the temperature on the thermometer indicates. Pole rot The foundation map shows the places where pole rot can be a problem. Water on the streets When it rains very heavily, where and how much water ends up on the street? Ruimte voor water Hoeveel ruimte is er in de grond om water op te vangen? Vulnerable areas In these neighbourhoods, the climate risks are high, a large part of the residents are vulnerable elderly people and there are opportunities to improve the quality of life. Climate risk Which neighbourhoods have the highest climate risks (heat stress and flooding)? Vulnerable elderly In which neighbourhoods do vulnerable elderly people (less mobile and lonely) live? Liveability of areas In which neighbourhoods are the opportunities for tackling climate change the greatest and do win-win situations arise? Natuurbrand In tijden van droogte komen natuurbranden sneller voor. Waar in Nederland kan een natuurbrand voorkomen? Ozon (zomersmog) Wat is de actuele ozonconcentratie in de lucht en is er kans op zomersmog? Return to theme Climate Change