New Dutch: Innovations in Friesland
Innovation runs through our veins; it’s part of our DNA. From our need to keep our feet dry in charming small towns and vast landscapes, innovation and international cooperation have always been key to the Frisian character. Today, Friesland is a forward-thinking region that looks to the future and beyond its borders. We have earned a strong reputation in technology, science, and innovation. Every year, several Frisian companies win international awards for developing new sustainable products and services.
Let's speak New Frisian!
Intelligent soil that promotes more rainfall, data-driven sustainable agriculture, smart water solutions, creative water management innovations, and regenerative tourism that strengthens nature. These are just some of the areas where Friesland is actively shaping the future of rural communities. Yet, if you search for Friesland online, you’ll likely see results about the Eleven Cities, Skûtsjesilen, and our delicious sugar bread: the traditional Frisian image still dominates. It's time to talk about new icons, new heroes, and new pioneers. Let's speak New Frisian!
Meet innovative and sustainable locations
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Afsluitdijk Waddencenter
Afsluitdijk Waddencenter
Visit the Afsluitdijk Wadden Center in Kornwerderzand – the information center for the UNESCO World Heritage Wadden Sea – where you can take trips to the Fish Migration River and discover more about these stories and other water-related heritage in the beautiful Wadden Sea region.
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Impacd Boats
The sloops from Impacd Boats are 3D-printed using recycled materials, making them 74% more sustainable than traditional ones. With a clean electric motor, you can quietly enjoy the waterways Friesland is famous for, without harmful emissions. And the best part? At the end of their lifecycle, the boats are fully recyclable!
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Ir. D.F. Woudagemaal
Ir. D.F. Woudagemaal
As the largest and only operational steam pumping station in the world, and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Ir. D.F. Woudagemaal in Lemmer, one of nine hundred pumping stations in Friesland, is a true pride of Dutch water engineering!