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How can environmental and planning policies for urban areas be designed to achieve health benefits? What should the national government and subnational authorities do to enable this?

Dutch climate targets will lead to a lower permissible livestock production capacity and a change in diet. How should food policy be revised to facilitate this transition?

Can the government ensure that the electricity provision remains reliable as the digitalisation of the electricity system enters a new phase?

Transitions are going to alter the physical fabric of much of the Netherlands. What does this mean for the immovable cultural heritage of the Netherlands?

The Dutch Government aims to harmonise land policy legislation. The Council (Rli) argues for a modernised land policy and makes eight recommendations.

What changes will the application of new technology entail for the economy and society at large, with particular reference to infrastructure and the human environment?

Urban regions are becoming busier. How can the government improve accessibility within these regions?

What are the challenges and the emerging issues in the process of implementing the global goals?

The Council has identified five major transformations that must be implemented urgently to support sustainable development in the Netherlands

The Netherlands is facing major and urgent sustainability challenges. How can and should it supervise the transition of the landscape?