Amsterdam

Amsterdam, once the world's most vital harbor connected to the North Sea, stands as a testament to human ingenuity and resilience against climate change. Built on wooden posts to withstand water challenges, its iconic canal system remains a cultural heritage from the Dutch Golden Age. The study highlights the city's historical adaptation strategies, such as dams and waterworks, which have protected it from rising sea levels over centuries. By examining Amsterdam's evolution, the research underscores the importance of sustainable urban planning in low-lying regions facing climate-related risks. It also reflects on the potential costs if such a city were to succumb to future environmental pressures.

(Ed.). (2021). Amsterdam. Water in Times of Climate Change, 104–111. https://doi.org/10.1515/9789048555383-021