Infrastructure in the Netherlands
The Dutch infrastructure consists of (rail) roads and structures, such as locks, bridges and tunnels. This infrastructure carries our society and economy. While the existing infrastructure is obsolete,...
Every day, as a matter of course, we make use of the infrastructure and buildings built by the construction and engineering sectors. Construction makes a crucial contribution to our society. The quality and effectiveness of the building & construction sector determines the strength of our economy and the vitality of the environment in which we live.
The built environment in our country must be energy-neutral by 2050. Building & construction will contribute to making our society more sustainable by 2050 through:
Read more about energy in the built environment.
The existing infrastructure is becoming obsolete. Through innovation and research TNO contributes to the maintenance, repair and renovation of the existing infrastructure. TNO thus contributes to future-proof roads, locks, bridges and tunnels.
Read more about infrastructure.
Many innovative ideas are generated in the building & construction industry. By sharing knowledge and providing advice, TNO helps to make these ideas a reality. We work together with our partners and customers in field labs. Good examples of this are:
Read more about building innovation.
The Dutch greenhouse sector is at the forefront of the construction of high-tech horticultural greenhouses for fresh vegetables and flowers. High-tech greenhouses are in themselves becoming an important export product, in addition to the vegetables and flowers that grow in them. TNO supports the greenhouse construction sector with knowledge and innovations to strengthen its leading position in the world.
Read more about greenhouse horticulture.
Sensors developed by TNO to listen to crack propagation
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