HomeCurrentNewsNewsRSS feed Preliminary results of research into former landfill sites January 26, 2026We investigated the leaching of ammonium, PFOS, and PFOA from 46 former landfill sites. Further investigation is needed in Westwoud. Vote for your favorite artwork by Han Fortmann exam studentsJanuary 20, 2026Which artwork from our exhibition "Spotlight" will be the public's favorite? You can help decide. Drinking water companies and water boards present Water Manifesto to coalition parties January 15, 2026In the manifesto, the drinking water companies and water boards call on politicians to protect water, retain it, and give it space. Podcast: Storm surge of 1916, 110 years ago January 13, 2026Historians Diederik Aten and Lars Boon discussed the storm surge of 1916. Snow and water managementJanuary 7, 2026Snowfall is gripping the Netherlands this week. What does that mean for our water management? Three tips for the Christmas holidaysDecember 19, 2025Don't feel like watching Home Alone for the 86th time during the Christmas holidays? Then we have three great holiday tips for you! Water board regulations amendedDecember 17, 2025Our executive committee has adopted the Water Board Regulation 2026. The new regulation will enter into force on January 1. Signing of framework agreement for renovation of wastewater treatment plantsDecember 17, 2025We have concluded a framework agreement with Beentjes GWW, GMB, and Luttjeboer to maintain our wastewater treatment plants in good condition. HHNK questions plans for high-voltage substation in WieringermeerpolderDecember 15, 2025HHNK does not agree with the regional advice given to Minister Sophie Hermans of Climate and Green Growth regarding the improvement of the power grid. Discharge of wastewater into small ditches and waterways prohibited as of January 1, 2026 December 1, 2025From January 1, 2026, companies and group accommodations will be prohibited from discharging waste into small ditches and waterways. 2026 budget: investing in future-oriented water management November 20, 2025In 2026, the emphasis will be on setting clear priorities and deploying available resources more effectively. Better insight into future water safetyNovember 19, 2025How can we keep North Holland safe as sea levels rise? We are pondering that question and improving the answer on the coast. WDOD and HHNK strengthen the Verdygo CommunityOctober 31, 2025We have entered into an agreement with Verdygo regarding a modular design and construction system for sewage treatment plants. Exhibition Murderers' BreakOctober 23, 2025In his new exhibition Moordenaarsbraak (Murderers' Break), photographer Loek Buter focuses on eleven old dike breaches. Contract amendment separate wastewater streamsOctober 1, 2025Starting in 2026, all wastewater from businesses must be discharged via a municipal sewer system.