The effect of climate change on flood risk perception: a case study of the Grensmaas using a coupled hydraulic & agent-based model

Due to climate change and a growth in population and assets, flood risk is expected to increase in the future. In this study, we aim to set up a coupled hydraulic & agent-based model that predicts changes in locations and climate adaptation choices of heterogeneous households. Detailed flood maps are created with a hydraulic model to increase the reliability of the outcomes of the agent-based model. The Grensmaas area in the Netherlands, serves as a case study. In this abstract, we describe our intended methodology. The outcomes of this study will help decision makers with establishing proper flood management strategies by identifying the most vulnerable areas in terms of economic damage.