The Zwolle region, the old delta of the IJssel-Vecht in the former “Zuider Zee”, represents the Netherlands in small. High and dry sandy soils, river landscapes with cities and peat meadows, and polders below sea level. All connected through the water system. A water system that is changing because of climate change and increasing spatial demand for urbanization, housing, energy and mobility. Changes that put pressure on spatial functions and planning. The Zwolle region has the ambition to become a delta of the future: a climate-resilient, attractive and economically prosperous. With climate change and a resilient water system as main drivers for designing the landscape of the future, interdisciplinary solutions are key.

For the academic year 2022-2023, we are looking for mission-oriented, enthusiastic students that want to contribute to the delta of the future! We also look for companies and University staff who would like to supervise these students. While supervisors may take active part in activities organized by the thematic working group, they are not obliged or expected to do so.

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Any questions? Contact: Beau Warbroek, w.d.b.warbroek@utwente.nl