1 Challenge the future Dutch Water Management: a history (and future) of innovation Erik Mostert

2 Challenge the future 1: The polder

3 Challenge the future 2. The Delta works ( ) Rijkswaterstaat / Harry van Reeken Rijkswaterstaat

4 Challenge the future 3. DTS

5 Challenge the future 4. Flood prevention

6 Challenge the future 5. TAHMO

7 Challenge the future 6. Energy from water Surface water, solar energy Groundwater, geothermal energy Wastewater

8 Challenge the future Why innovation? To solve problems Economic development Fun

9 Challenge the future How? Cooperation! Get into contact Recognition of (im)possibilities Openness Flexibility Take risks Support

10 Challenge the future Thank you Erik Mostert, Department of Water Management