Schiedam residents can win rain barrel and learn sustainable water solutions at local market
This Friday, Schiedam residents can get free tips on rainwater collection, greener homes, and waste separation at the weekly market. With subsidies available and a chance to win a rain barrel, the event aims to tackle climate challenges like heavy rainfall and droughts.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Date | March 27, 2026 |
| Location | Weekly market at Land van Belofte, Schiedam |
| Organizers | Municipality of Schiedam, Woonplus, Irado |
| Theme | Water catchment and sustainable living |
| Subsidies Available | Yes, via the Waterklaar scheme (schiedam.nl/waterklaar) |
| Prize | Rain barrel (raffle for Schiedam residents aged 18+) |
| Related Campaign | National Green Garden Month (April) |
| Target Audience | Homeowners and tenants |
The Municipality of Schiedam, in collaboration with local partners, plays a key role in promoting climate resilience and sustainability. Through initiatives like Waterklaar, it provides financial support and practical solutions to help residents adapt to extreme weather conditions.
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Municipality and partners provide sustainable tips to residents at weekly market
This coming Friday, March 27, 2026, the Schiedam Waterklaar team from the Municipality of Schiedam, housing corporation Woonplus, and waste collector Irado will be present at the weekly market at Land van Belofte. The theme of the day: water catchment. Residents will receive tips on how to collect rainwater efficiently, make their homes greener, and improve waste separation. Participants can even win a rain barrel.
Due to heavy rainfall and prolonged dry periods, it is important not to drain rainwater directly into the sewer system. A water catchment system collects rainwater for reuse, such as a rain barrel, green roof, green facade, or disconnecting a downspout. At the market, staff will explain the available subsidies for Schiedam residents and help brainstorm possible solutions for homes or gardens.
Also for tenants
In collaboration with housing corporation Woonplus, the initiative emphasizes that not only homeowners but also tenants can contribute. Subsidies are available for various measures through the Waterklaar scheme via Schiedam.nl/Waterklaar. Staff will be on hand to answer questions and explore what is feasible.
Win a rain barrel
Market visitors can enter a raffle to win a rain barrel. Anyone aged 18 or older residing in Schiedam can participate. Simply leave your name and email address at the Schiedam Waterklaar booth. After the market closes, one winner will be randomly selected and notified via email.
On the way to Green Garden Month
The initiative ties in with the national Green Garden Month in April, which focuses on greening and climate-resilient gardens. Residents are encouraged to visit the weekly market to discover how they can become water catchment champions.
More information
For the Waterklaar subsidy scheme, visit schiedam.nl/waterklaar. For more information on water catchment systems, check out:• Hoogheemraadschap van Delfland : https://www.hhdelfland.nl/actueel/nieuwsoverzicht/2026/maart/extreme-regen-droge-zomers-we-moeten/• The national Water Catchment campaign page : https://waterschappen.nl/extreem-weer/watervanger/• The national Green Garden Month campaign page : https://maandvandegroenetuin.nl/