The texts in this section provide the scientific background to the main topics presented in our thematic walks. They explain many issues relevant to climate change and show some examples of climate adaptation measures.

  • What is a creek ridge and how is it formed?

    What is a creek ridge and how is it formed?

    A creek ridge is an elevation in a polder landscape. Once, such a polder was an intertidal zone, like the Wadden Sea. A creek ridge ...

  • Climate adaptation Delft

    Climate adaptation Delft

    Delft has regulations for storing rainwater in and around new buildings. The municipality is now making plans to incorporate climate adaptation measures in existing buildings, such as the historic center.

  • How much does a tree cool in the city?

    How much does a tree cool in the city?

    Let us take an elm as an example. It can grow to a height of 15 to 35 meters. Such trees have a leaf surface ...

  • Groundwater extraction by DSM

    Groundwater extraction by DSM

    DSM was historically pumping up large volumes of groundwater, but this extraction is slowly being stopped. The effects of this change on groundwater levels and building foundations are being very carefully monitored.

  • How was the railway tunnel built?

    How was the railway tunnel built?

    The new railway tunnel is 2.3 km long. It opened to train traffic in 2015, even while a second, parallel tunnel was being constructed. There were many challenges to building the tunnel without hindering daily life.