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Olaf Waals

Is living and working on water the future? Olaf Waals, Director of the Maritime Research Institute Netherlands (MARIN), is a co-initiator and ambassador of the Floating Future project. In this project, scientists from various disciplines are exploring the possibilities and advantages of a floating future.

What does climate change mean for the Caribbean islands?

Climate change has a significant impact on the Netherlands, but an even greater effect on the Caribbean part of our Kingdom. Rising sea levels threaten to submerge dozens of holiday resorts and vital infrastructure on Aruba, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba. In addition, the islands are facing increased drought and more intense storms. How are they preparing for the future?

Flood Disaster and Delta Works from the Skies

What did the flooded disaster area look like in 1953? Or the construction of the Delta Works? Aerial photographer Bart Hofmeester captured countless images of these events.

2023 - National Commemoration of the 1953 Flood Disaster

Every year on February 1st, we gather at the Flood Museum to remember the victims of the Flood of 1953. At the Gust Romijn monument, we reflect on those fearful and sorrowful times and the people who did not survive. 

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What would happen if a storm like the one in 1953 were to occur today? Are we prepared for it?

2023 - International Remembrance Day for Climate Victims

Since 2023, July 15 has been officially recognized across the European Union as Remembrance Day for Climate Victims. In addition to honoring those who have died in floods and other climate disasters, we also reflect on how we can prevent such events in the future.