Climate Change in Rotterdam

Flashcards about Climate Change Mitigation in Rotterdam, Netherlands

Rotterdam

City in the Netherlands used an example of a MIC or HIC or city or region facing climate change hazards

Levee

An embankment built to prevent the overflow of a river.

Dike

A long wall or embankment built to prevent flooding from the sea.

Canal

A human-made waterway that allows boats and ships to pass from one body of water to another.

Maasvlakte

Massive man-made westward extension of the Europoort port industrial facility within the Port of Rotterdam.

Quay

A stone or metal platform lying alongside or projecting into water for loading and unloading ships.

Storm Surge Barrier

A specific type of floodgate, designed to prevent a storm surge or spring tide from flooding the protected area behind the barrier.

Water Plan

Allocated €400 million for adaptive measures, including the elevation of critical infrastructure in Rotterdam.

Maeslantkering storm surge barrier

Designed to withstand a 10,000 year storm in Rotterdam.

European Flood Awareness System(EFAS)

Enhances cross-border communication on flood risks with Germany, Luxembourg and Belgium.

Climate Neutral Group

A Dutch CSO, focuses on promoting carbon neutrality through projects like CO2 compensation.

Unilever

Headquartered in Rotterdam, the company pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2039.

Green Roofs initiative

Encourages citizens to install green roofs, enhancing urban biodiversity and reducing the urban heat island effect.

Adopt a Tree Campaign

Involves planting and caring for trees to combat climate change.

Shell

A major TNC with a presence in Rotterdam, is transitioning towards renewable energy sources.

Netherlands National Adaptation Strategy

Guides Rotterdam's local policies and spatial planning

The Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management

Oversees major projects for climate adaptation with an investment of €1.5 billion in 2022 by the Dutch government.

The Rotterdam Climate Initiative

A joint effort of the city, port, and businesses which outlines regional strategies and has committed €300 million to the Rotterdam Climate Fund.

European Union (EU)

Plays a pivotal role in Rotterdam's climate efforts and benefits from the EU's Horizon 2020 program