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Refreshment in Viersen: This is how the city fights the heat!
With the Refill Initiative, Viersen promotes access to free drinking water and supports climate adaptation measures.
Refreshment in Viersen: This is how the city fights the heat!
When temperatures rise and water volumes fall, creative action is required. This is very important in Viersen: The “Refill” initiative ensures that walkers and thirsty people have free access to fresh drinking water while out and about. The refill stations, which are located in shops, cafés or practices, are not only practical, but also environmentally friendly as they help reduce plastic waste. According to that Rhenish mirror These stations are clearly marked and entered on the “Map of Tomorrow”, which can be accessed via refill-deutschland.de.
But what is really behind this important initiative? A look at the background shows that the city of Viersen's refill campaign is part of the climate impact adaptation concept, which aims to create publicly accessible drinking water supplies. The city also plans to install drinking water dispensers that not only offer practical refreshment, but also promote health and environmental protection. The first drinking water dispenser was put into operation on May 18, 2025 in the Hauptstrasse pedestrian zone.
Joint action for a better climate
But the refill initiative is only part of a larger plan. The city of Viersen's climate impact adaptation concept includes a variety of measures intended to meet the challenges of climate change. These range from erosion control measures and the establishment of a heat action plan to improved groundwater management. According to the information from the Viersen district Close cooperation between those responsible in the various communities is also sought in order to achieve synergetic effects and promote exchange.
The effects of climate change are noticeable. Last summer in particular showed us how important adaptation strategies are. With new weather data showing a low rainfall of just 58 mm in the months of March to May 2025, it is clear that there is a need for action. The Deutschlandfunk reminds us that the hottest summer since weather records began was recorded in 2024 - a sign that global warming is not stopping short of our cities.
With a trained eye for needs and a clear goal in mind, the city of Viersen, together with other actors, develops concepts that have an impact beyond local borders. Cities such as Brüggen and Grefrath, among others, are also striving to take their own measures to improve water supplies and natural habitats. The aim is to create a more resilient and sustainable city that can also meet future challenges.
The Refill Initiative and the comprehensive climate impact adaptation concept show that joint action is not only necessary, but also feasible. Access to water is not only a basic need, but also a crucial factor for citizens' quality of life. In times when heat stress is increasing, such initiatives are more than just nice-to-have – they are essential.