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Visibility and influence of landscape appreciation by wind turbines, 2012
Indicator | 5 April 2019Land-based wind turbines in the Netherlands are visible from about one-fifth of the country's surface area, and affect the public's appreciation of the landscape. The size of the… more
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Environmental quality of surface water and natural areas, 1990-2010
Indicator | 25 June 2014The environmental quality of surface water and natural water areas has improved, but is often not enough to ensure their sustainable conservation. Dutch policy aims to create… more
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Exotic species in fresh water, 1900-2010
Indicator | 7 June 2014There has been a considerable increase in the number of new species found in Dutch surface waters. While most new species enter the Netherlands as a result of the trade in pond and… more
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Competitiveness of Dutch regions and sectors, 2010
Indicator | 20 May 2014The main competitors of Dutch industry are primarily located in large, high-density regions with good national accessibility and international connectivity. … more
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Change in species numbers in natural and agricultural areas, 1975-2005
Indicator | 20 May 2014A decrease in the numbers of target species as defined in Dutch nature policy was seen in agricultural areas, whereas they increased in natural areas.… more
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Noise levels in homes due to road and rail traffic, 2000-2010
Indicator | 20 May 2014More than 7,000 homes in the Netherlands experience noise from traffic on highways that exceeds the permissible level. Another 6,000 homes experience excessive noise levels from… more
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Landscape openness
Indicator | 20 May 2014Despite the trend towards uniformity in the Dutch landscape, extremes in terms of the degree of landscape openness can still be found. The most open areas are the large water… more
