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Helmond is a medium-sized city in the south of the Netherlands, located in the Brainport Eindhoven region and shaped by a strong industrial and manufacturing tradition. The city has a temperate maritime climate, with mild winters and moderate summers, but is increasingly experiencing climate-related challenges such as heat stress, heavy rainfall and pressure on urban water systems.
As a city with a history of industry and innovation, Helmond sees climate action as closely linked to technological development and urban transformation. The city is working to reduce emissions while continuing to grow as a hub for smart mobility, sustainable manufacturing and innovative urban solutions.
Helmond has been investing in energy-efficient buildings, renewable energy and sustainable mobility, with a particular focus on smart transport systems and new mobility technologies. Climate adaptation is also becoming an important priority, including measures to improve green spaces, water management and resilience in urban neighbourhoods.
Collaboration is central to Helmond’s approach. Through partnerships with regional authorities, businesses, research institutions and residents, the city is testing and scaling practical solutions that support both climate neutrality and economic innovation. By combining technology, sustainability and urban liveability, Helmond is building a pathway towards a more resilient and future-oriented city.
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The District Investment Platforms are aiming to close the financial gap to invest into natural gas-free districts, in different neighbourhoods of the seven Dutch cities. With their respective business cases, the seven cities will jointly reach out to the unusual suspects of alternative funding to leverage investments from pension funds, insurance companies, etc.