Dutch turn to floating homes to confront rising sea levels

By Euronews

Published on 20/12/2018 - 16:15

Global warming worries the Netherlands, much of which is below sea level. Of course, the Dutch strengthen their dikes in anticipation of rising water. But in recent years, another solution is making its way: floating homes.

Floating homes are becoming a growing phenomenon in the Netherlands.

Rising sea waters are a real threat to a country that is largely below sea level.

Putting homes on the water surface is one curative, if not preventative solution. For years, the country has been strengthening its dikes, but with climate change the danger comes only from the sea. It is also on rivers and canals.

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