We all notice that the climate is changing and weather extremes are increasing. It leads to flooding but also to long-term drought. A greatly reduced groundwater level and long-term high temperatures lead to flora that does not survive but also has a negative impact on the built environment and infrastructure. Consider subsidence or leaking pipes. How are we going to anticipate this?

In this case, we focus on the effect of heat stress on urban infrastructure. What can we do in public spaces to reduce temperatures and reduce groundwater levels? Which technical interventions or new solutions can prevent or reduce heat stress?

As creators of a healthy living environment, Heijmans wants to leave the construction site better than it was at the start. What infrastructure innovations can we use to respond to climate change?

The description of the idea that contributes to reducing heat stress and/or improving the water balance. Describe the principle of the idea and support it with a sketch and calculation of why it can function.