As sea levels rise and storms grow more destructive, one country is living on the front line — and refusing to retreat.
In this episode of NexTech, we head to the Netherlands, where centuries of engineering and a culture shaped by water have produced some of the most ambitious flood defenses on Earth.
From massive movable barriers shielding millions from storm surges, to rapid-deploy systems designed for city streets, and a radical “Sand Motor” that uses nature itself to build the coast — this is a nation turning survival into an art form.
One scientist warns that without urgent global action, the world may be forced to consider a half-trillion-dollar mega dam — spanning from France to Norway — just to keep the sea at bay.
It’s not just about holding back the sea — it’s about holding onto the future.
And the water is already rising.
Subscribe:
Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive
Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook
Twitter: http://trt.world/twitter
Instagram: http://trt.world/instagram
Visit our website: http://trt.world
