Free Tile Taxi helps residents combat climate change by replacing tiles with greenery
From March 19 to October 31, residents can participate in the Dutch National Tile Removal Championship, replacing tiles with greenery to make neighborhoods more climate-resilient. The free Tile Taxi will collect removed tiles on five dates this spring and summer, making it easier for you to contribute to a cooler, greener living environment.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Dutch National Tile Removal Championship (NK Tegelwippen) |
| Duration | March 19 - October 31, 2026 |
| Tile Taxi Collection Dates (Spring/Summer) | March 23, April 13, May 4, June 1, July 6 |
| Tiles Removed Last Year | Nearly 4,700 |
| Benefits | Reduces heat, absorbs rainwater, improves living environment |
| Registration | www.oldebroek.nl/tegeltaxi |
| Organizer | Municipality of Oldebroek |
| Deputy Mayor | Beerd Flier |
The Municipality of Oldebroek organizes the Dutch National Tile Removal Championship to encourage residents to create greener, more climate-resilient neighborhoods. By providing services like the Tile Taxi, the municipality supports community efforts to adapt to climate change and improve local living conditions.
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Tiles out, greenery in: use the free Tile Taxi
From March 19 to October 31, the final edition of the Dutch National Tile Removal Championship (NK Tegelwippen) will take place. During the championship, residents replace tiles with greenery, such as plants, trees, and flowers. This makes neighborhoods more resilient to heat and heavy rainfall. You can have your removed tiles picked up free of charge by the Tile Taxi on Monday, March 23, April 13, May 4, June 1, and July 6.
Why is the Dutch National Tile Removal Championship so important?
The climate is changing. We are increasingly facing extreme weather conditions, such as heatwaves and heavy rainfall. Tiles block rainwater and trap heat. Greenery in gardens and neighborhoods absorbs water, cools the environment, and contributes to a more pleasant living environment.
Kickoff of the Dutch National Tile Removal Championship
Deputy Mayor Beerd Flier: “During the Dutch National Tile Removal Championship, the Tile Taxi is used extensively every year. This way, we try to make it easier for residents to participate. With the spring weather, it’s wonderful to get back to work in the garden or on the patio. Last year, nearly 4,700 tiles were removed. Some residents used the Tile Taxi twice, first for the front garden and then for the backyard. We hope you’ll join in this year too!”
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Using the Tile Taxi
Want to have your removed tiles picked up? The Tile Taxi will collect tiles on Monday, March 23, April 13, May 4, June 1, and July 6. You can also hand in tiles on three occasions in the autumn. Register your tiles via www.oldebroek.nl/tegeltaxi. Here, you can also read the rules.