Brussels
Belgium
Brussels is projected to face a future where frequent heavy precipitation events lead to considerable climate hazards. These changes will increase the risk of flooding, soil erosion, and damage to infrastructure, posing significant challenges for urban water management. Poorly drained areas and low-lying regions are likely to experience heightened vulnerabilities, potentially exacerbating socio-economic inequalities within the city. As climate change advances, the intensity and frequency of these heavy wet weather patterns are expected to rise, putting further strain on local emergency services and infrastructure. The city’s preparedness for such scenarios will be critical in mitigating the adverse effects of these climate risks, highlighting the need for comprehensive planning and adaptation strategies to enhance resilience.
Hazard Outlook
How will Brussels's projected climate hazards compare to other cities under a 3.0°C future warming scenario?
Heavy Rainfall Days
With 11 days of heavy rainfall expected, Brussels ranks higher than most cities for extreme precipitation events.
Elevation
At 63 m elevation, Brussels faces elevated risk from coastal flooding and sea level rise.
Maximum Temperature
Brussels's projected maximum temperature of 8.1°C is lower than most cities globally under a 3.0°C warming scenario.
Longest Heatwave
Brussels may experience heatwaves lasting up to 3 days, lower than most other cities.
Maximum Rainfall
Brussels's projected maximum rainfall of 6 mm is lower than most cities globally.
Exposure Summary
Adaptation Priorities
Brussels faces elevated exposure to heavy rain, elevation. These areas may warrant priority attention in adaptation planning.
Data source: Climate projections from the IPCC AR6 scenario analysis. See our methodology for details on how we process and interpret this data.
Deployed Solutions
Deployed climate adaptation technologies identified in Brussels.
No solutions have been documented for Brussels.
This is an archived snapshot of the database.
Recommended Solutions
Proven solutions from similar cities that could help diversify Brussels's resilience portfolio
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AIRLAB Open Innovation Laboratory for Air Quality Solutions
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DataCity Open Innovation Programme for Urban Climate Solutions
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CoRDEES Smart-Grid Energy Management Platform
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Interactive Heat Relief Mapping Platform
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Environmental Atlas Urban Climate Planning Advisory System
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