USA-Netherlands Partnership boosts flood resilience in Texas and Florida

Building flood resilience with Dutch expertise

From hurricanes to extreme rainfall, these regions face increasing water-related risks. Flooding remains one of the most damaging natural hazards in the United States, particularly in Gulf states such as Texas and Florida. Tackling these complex challenges calls for innovation, collaboration, and long-term vision.

Dutch Flood Resilience Solutions is a public–private partnership initiated by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO). The partnership connects proven Dutch expertise with local US needs, offering integrated and practical solutions, from early warning systems and mobile flood barriers to resilient urban planning and infrastructure design.

Consortium of research institutes and innovative companies

acked by TU Delft and Deltares, both NWP members and leading Dutch research institutes, the initiative also brings together a consortium of innovative companies, including NWP members Boxbarrier BV, Blik Sensing, One Architecture & Urbanism (ONE), and The Green Village. Other partners include Vanderkamp, Vlotterkering BV (Dutch Float Dike), Self Closing Flood Barrier (HYFLO BV), Staal Instruments, MHL Developments and Projects, TubeBarrier, and Neele Vat. It is coordinated by NWP-member Dutch Water Prevention and the Netherlands Water Partnership (NWP).

“Together with local governments, partners, and communities, we aim to co-develop practical, tailor-made solutions that help communities and businesses stay one step ahead of rising waters,” says Arjan Braamskamp, Programme Manager at NWP.

Through this partnership, the Netherlands and the USA will learn, share, and innovate together, building a safer, more resilient future for all.

Want to know more? Contact Arjan Braamkamp: a.braamskamp@nwp.nl