Overview

• Environment Minister Christian Meyer unveiled the 2025 coastal protection plan, committing a record €81 million to modernize and expand infrastructure.
• The investment will fund over 150 projects, including dike elevation, dune reinforcement, and upgrades to pumping stations and sluices.
• Approximately 1.1 million people living in coastal and island areas will benefit from these protection measures.
• The 2024 storm surge season caused minimal damage, but the state continues to prioritize long-term resilience against climate change impacts.
• Challenges remain, including securing sufficient federal funding and addressing skilled labor shortages for project implementation.