In Expedition Noord-Holland, Koen Bugter examined how the nitrogen issue affects construction, housing development and nature in North Holland. He investigated why projects can be halted despite the need for new homes, including the renovation of a theatre in Velsen, and visited the North Holland Dune Reserve to conduct a nitrogen test.

Bugter also spoke with Velsen’s alderman about the municipality’s nitrogen challenges and with the province about what remains possible under the stricter rules. Construction is still taking place despite the limitations.