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A 'livable' city begins with the water

The two biggest challenges facing cities in the next 50 years are climate change and population growth. We need to develop a way to influence these two issues – and adapt to them.

Ole Larsen, Director Climate Adaptation Living Lab (CALL) Copenhagen

Ole Larsen, Director Climate Adaptation Living Lab (CALL) Copenhagen, at the harbour bath

In Copenhagen, individual downpours have already caused damage of up to 700 million euros. With the SMART WATER concept, the city is preparing for more frequent heavy rainfall events in the wake of climate change: The provision and use of water is to be completely digitized. A role model for other cities? Find out more here

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