The Netherlands is a low-lying country with a lot of water. The Delta Programme protects the Netherlands against high water and flooding, ensures there is enough fresh water, and contributes to climate-resilient and water-robust planning for our country. This website provides you with background information about the Delta Programme and a brief outline of its contents. Information about the progress can be found in the online version.
News
“The word ‘delta’ has become synonymous with determination”
This summer’s drought has made clear that climate change is happening. The Netherlands must therefore rethink how it approaches ...
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16th National Delta Congress in Breda: ‘We must come to terms with a new reality’
Traditionally, people have placed great trust in ‘the Netherlands, land of water’ – and rightly so. But there are limits to what ...
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15th National Delta Congress in Almere: ‘Inevitable choices on the table’
What is needed to make the Netherlands resilient to climate change? How do we weigh the interests of different sectors and of ...
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