In the Netherlands we have been living below sea level for over 800 years, so I think we can say that we are experts when it comes to the defense of water. With the climate change and the increase of large weather fluctuations it’s necessary to experiment with new flood protection solutions.
Those who want to win the battle against flooding, can’t leave it to a coïncidence. Meteorologists worldwide have agreed already for times: disaster floods, sometimes with devastating consequences for residential areas or wildlife, are becoming more common. Effective flood protection is therefore essential. Mobiele Dijken is a new take on flood protection solutions. With Mobile dikes there is a new, highly efficient system designed, and already tested many times. With the help of Mobile Dikes a temporary barrier can be realized in a very short time and with no additional equipment or heavy machinery with a maximum height of 2.6 meters.
How do you fight against water? Well, with water. The mobile dikes of fireman Dirk Bon and Sailmaker Bart Viscount, are created with sail and filled with water. In case of emergencies they have built a temporary dam within a few hours. There is no need for sandbags anymore. Their innovative idea earned them a spot in the final of the Challenge City.
Climate-resistant constructing, designing, housing and living asks for a change in thinking and doing. It requires governments for example, to deal with the design of public spaces differently. To arrange the climate-proof cities they should work together with other parties. City deals, alliances between cities, state and other stakeholders can make a contribution by experimenting with issues such as climate change adaption. The mobile dikes are a good example of this.
Sources:
http://popupcity.net/mobile-dikes-protect-the-dutch-against-floods/
http://www.mobieledijken.nl/mobiele-dijken
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