FLOOD COMPETENCE CENTER
The network for holistic flood prevention and flood risk management
The Flood Competence Center (HKC) is a non-profit association from Germany that connects flood-affected citizens and stakeholders in flood risk management to build a unique network. The HKC was founded in 2007 and consists of almost 200 members and cooperations. The members of the HKC are composed of national and international institutions and municipalities, citizens and policy-makers, science and economy.
The HKC brings together science and practice for the purpose of holistic flood risk management, promoting sustainable development and the provision and transfer of expertise.
Use the knowledge of our network for your projects. We are glad to support you. Week look forward to welcoming you.
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Topics and projects
Core fields of the HKC
The HKC effectively contributes to the development of practice-relevant knowledge by carrying out its own projects.
The extraordinary professional composition of the HKC enables an extensive conception and implementation of such projects.
The following pages provide information about our projects and the current state of implementation .
dates & EVENTS
Here you will find upcoming dates & events of the HKC and related events of interest
30. April 2025
Flood Prize 2024/2025: ‘Water forces! Visible signs of flooding and flash floods’
The 2024/2025 Flood Prize has been launched. Under the motto ‘Water forces! Visible signs of floods and flash floods’, participants can submit photos and videos. It's worth taking part!
NEws At a glance
Here you will find news of the HKC and of related subjects of interest
Severe Flooding Hits Spain Again: After Valencia, Now Barcelona
Spain continues to be hit by severe storms. Following recent flooding in Valencia, Barcelona is now experiencing intense rainfall.
New cooperation agreement!
Together with the Competence Centre for Flood Prevention and Flood Risk Management (KHH) of the Rhineland-Palatinate Ministry for Climate Protection, Energy and the Environment, the HKC is developing an interactive platform to encourage people to take precautions against heavy rainfall and flooding.
The highest weather warning level applies in 36 German districts. The reason: continuous rain, which is a consequence of ex-hurricane Kirk.
Obituary
It is with great sadness that we bid farewell to our founding member and companion.