Delft University of Technology launches Climate Safety & Security research hub in The Hague

Delft University of Technology launches Climate Safety & Security research hub in The Hague

The Hague, the Netherlands, 16 April 2026 — Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) has launched the Climate Safety & Security centre (CaSS) at University Campus Spui. The centre responds to the growing recognition of security risks linked to climate change. It brings together expertise in engineering, design, and governance to develop solutions to address resource scarcity, displacement, and instability.

“Climate change is not a future threat, but a daily reality: a security risk that is already at our doorstep and entering our homes. The question is no longer whether the climate is changing, but how well prepared we are to remain safe, stable, and resilient in a changing climate,” says Behnam Taebi, Scientific Director (and Professor Energy & Climate Ethics for Delft University of Technology).

Located next to the Dutch Parliament and international organisations, it connects TU Delft researchers directly with policymakers and global institutions. This supports faster translation of research into policy and practical solutions. CaSS focuses on five areas: human, water, food, energy, and materials security. These interconnected domains are central to maintaining stable and liveable societies. The centre addresses gaps in current research by applying an engineering perspective to climate security, developing system-level solutions that consider infrastructure, supply chains, and public values.

The centre will act as a hub where researchers, policymakers, industry partners, and societal stakeholders co-develop and test solutions in real-world contexts. Around 30 researchers from diverse disciplines including Mechanical and Civil Engineering, Material Science, Architecture, Physics, Chemistry & Technology, and Policy & Management will contribute to the programme.