New cooperation with the Professional Association for Building Service Entrances for Pipes and Cables (Fachverband Hauseinführungen für Rohre und Kabel e.V.)

With the shared goal of strengthening flood protection for buildings, the HKC and the Professional Association for Building Entrances for Pipes and Cables (FHRK) e.V. have signed a new cooperation agreement.

More space for rivers and floodplains: New funding programme strengthens natural flood protection

With a new funding programme, the Federal Ministry for the Environment is supporting the restoration of floodplains along smaller rivers. The measures are intended to promote natural water retention, reduce flood risks, and at the same time contribute to climate adaptation, biodiversity, and climate protection.

North Rhine-Westphalia strengthens municipal climate adaptation against heat and heavy rainfall

North Rhine-Westphalia is further expanding its support for municipalities in dealing with climate risks. The new Climate Analysis NRW 2026 provides a significantly improved data basis for identifying local impacts caused by heat, heavy rainfall and other climate-related consequences, and for planning targeted precautionary measures on the ground.