

NIERSVERBAND
The
Niersverband: A Pioneer of Water Management
editThe Niersverband is a public law corporation based in Viersen, North Rhine-Westphalia. For over 90 years, the association has been committed to clean and sustainable water management in the Niers catchment area. With a team of over 490 dedicated employees, the Niersverband works to make the Niers a healthy and natural body of water.
Main Tasks and Services
edit- Wastewater Disposal: The Niersverband operates 19 treatment plants to efficiently clean wastewater and protect the environment.
- Rainwater Treatment and Retention: Through targeted measures, rainwater is sensibly utilized and retained to avoid flooding.
- Waterway Maintenance: The association ensures regular maintenance of waterways to preserve a natural environment.
- Flood Protection: Targeted water flow regulation ensures flood protection.
- Renaturation of Waterways: The Niersverband promotes the natural development of the Niers and its surroundings to create habitats for animal and plant species.
- Waste Disposal: The association also takes care of the disposal of waste associated with its tasks.
Mission and Values
editThe Niersverband is committed to protecting the environment through efficient and sustainable water management while improving the quality of life for people in the catchment area. As a modern service provider, the association operates non-profit and focuses on solving ecological and economic challenges.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editSince 1998, the Niersverband has established itself as a certified waste management company and is audited annually for its quality. This underscores its commitment to sustainable practices in waste disposal and water management. Through the renaturation of the Niers and its surroundings, an important contribution to biodiversity and environmental protection is made. The association also promotes the development of the Niers as a local recreation area, which is of great importance for both the local population and wildlife.
Membership and Financing
editThe association's members include cities, municipalities, districts, and commercial enterprises in the Niers catchment area. The Niersverband is primarily financed through contributions from its members, which are collected cooperatively. Despite rising costs, the association has kept its contribution needs constant or even reduced them since 1998.
The Niersverband is an important partner for the region, protecting the environment through its work while also contributing to economic and social development.