Lennard Sijtsma

𝗔𝗖𝗠 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱-𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗳 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀 The Dutch energy regulator (𝗔𝗖𝗠) is exploring the introduction of a 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱-𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗳 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀 to ensure a fairer distribution of rising grid costs amongst all users of the grid. The 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 requires a shift away from fossil fuels and a significant increase in renewable electricity. As demand for transport capacity is expected to grow significantly in the years ahead and available transport capacity on the electricity grids is currently already scarce, far-reaching measures will be required to reinforce and expand of the grids. At present such investments are being financed by the regulated transport tariffs charged by the grid operators to electricity consuming parties. 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱: • Feed-in tariff options • Reaction of stakeholders • Next steps 👉 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: https://lnkd.in/eg-hd8GN Should you have any questions regarding this topic, please contact Cecilia van der Weijden or Marco Boudens. #Energy #ElectricityProducers #EnergyTransition #ACM #CMSlaw

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🇳🇱☢ By 2050, the Netherlands could host over 13 SMRs. A joint report by NRG-Pallas and TNO highlights SMRs potential for the Dutch energy transition. Here are 3 benefits: 1.    Reduced Carbon Footprint Using SMRs can cut down on fossil fuel use. This helps in lowering greenhouse gas emissions. 2.    Minimal Land Use SMRs require less land. This makes them ideal for densely populated areas. 3.    Enhanced Energy Security SMRs can operate independently. They reduce reliance on imported fuels. Nuclear power can transform the Dutch energy landscape, boosting its sustainability and energy security! Image source: NRG-Pallas / TNO #Netherlands #EnergyTransition #SMRs #Sustainability #Innovation #NuclearPower #FutureOfEnergy

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I am happy to feature in TNO's online article about our research activities on the safe and responsible application of underground hydrogen storage (UHS) in salt caverns and depleted gas fields. In the article we emphasize that the technical development of UHS must go hand in hand with societal embedding, and that advancements towards deployment readiness need partnerships between governmental bodies, research institutes, universities, and industry partners. #renewableenergy #powertogas #hydrogen #energystorage #undergroundstorage

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Demand-side flexibility is key to supporting energy systems that have a high penetration of variable renewable energy. Given the right price signals and the right operational know-how, flexible assets are able to respond to the needs of the distribution network, wholesale energy markets and frequency markets, as well as support the goal of the energy user on site to lower their energy supply costs. The team at ENERGY POOL are experts at doing this and it's great to be able to support them 🙌 Read more about how the Gridcog software does that in our new case study. Link below 👇

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Register now for the Electricity supply system introductory course  on 11-12 November 2024 in Arnhem, the Netherlands This two-day introductory course explains the essentials of electricity generation, electricity supply and markets. Terminology, grid structures and grid components, market players and the coordination of supply and demand will be discussed. The layout, operation, quality and protection of the electricity grid are also addressed. The basic principles will be related to new developments, such as smart grids and renewable generation. Answers to the following questions are being provided: - What safety and protection systems are in place in the grid? - What exactly is the difference between current, voltage, power and energy? - What are active and reactive power, and why are they important? - How is network power quality influenced? More examples of below questions can be found on our website. For whom? Anyone whose work involves the electricity supply system directly or indirectly, and who wants to increase their understanding of the related issues. Visit our website for more information and registration: https://lnkd.in/gN5i2hW

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Interesting to understand the expected trend of Tennet's grid fees in the Netherlands and to see this great overview of the underlying drivers that my Aurora Energy Research colleagues have developed. Good to see that the Dutch government, together with the ACM and the Dutch grid operators, is raising the harmonisation of these grid fees on the EU level, to create a more equal playing field within Europe - see the link below. https://lnkd.in/eAyyF-Q4

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For the first time, renewable energy has generated more than half of the total electricity produced in the Netherlands, accounting for 53% of the #energymix in the first half of 2024, according to data from Centraal Bureau voor de Statistiek (CBS). L’article Renewable energy dominates Dutch electricity production in 2024 est apparu en premier sur energynews.

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Energy suppliers are starting to charge solar panel owners 11.5 cents per kWh for the electricity they feed back into the grid… 🌞Argument: this could diminish the financial returns of installing solar panels… 🌞Counter argument: by decoupling feed-in costs from energy prices, the billing becomes more transparent… 🌍✨Conclusion: Our electricity grids are not designed for renewables…. As we move forward, producing and returning green energy to the grid might incur costs..... in contrast, gas power plants make money by sitting idle on capacity markets A paradox that is not easy… Innovation, smart grids, flexibility are essential to transforming the grid and market structures.… we ought to think differently… Claire Gotham Riccardo Volonterio, M.Eng. PMP Chad Klekar Mark Viehman Brenda Heath Bill Brooks Michael Lewis Mike Lang Dinesh Abhimanyu Rajan Ranjeet Vaishnav #RenewableEnergy #SolarPower #Innovation #EnergyTransition

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The infrastructure upgrade required to implement the electricity network transition is still a main challenge: "Overall grid costs in the Netherlands are set to continue to rise until 2045 as the level of fees Tennet is allowed to charge energy companies to use the grid is set to rise by EUR 8.8bn between 2024 and 2045. This is an almost four-fold increase, from around EUR 3bn in 2024 to just under EUR 12bn in 2045"

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🚨 Urgent Grid Congestion Alert 🚨 The #Dutch #electricity grid is reaching critical capacity limits, puts our #energytransition goals at risk. With increasing demand from industries and new housing projects, many regions are nearly full. While the #Netherlands aims to be climate-neutral by 2050, current infrastructure struggles to keep pace. The government is accelerating #grid expansion and promoting innovative solutions to tackle these pressing challenges. ⚡️ As demand for electrification and renewable energy rises, Distribution System Operators (#DSO) are dealing with outdated infrastructure that limits capacity and stability. 🌍 At #Euto Energy, we are ready to provide the tools and expertise needed to optimize #gridmanagement and support a sustainable #energy future. Together, we can build a resilient and efficient energy system that supports both economic growth and #sustainability. Let’s transform the grid for a brighter future in the Netherlands! 🌱 #EutoEnergy #RenewableEnergy #SmartGrid #EnergyEfficiency #ClimateNeutral #EnergyInnovation #DutchEnergy #Alliander #CleanEnergy #FutureOfEnergy #EnergyResilience #GridCongestion

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A very interesting article by Peter Hermans about the perfect storm of #energy #transition and #digital #transformation: the Dutch journey towards a #climate-neutral society. Meet me at Enlit Europe to explore how TRC Companies, Inc. can support you as a grid operator with your #digitalization to enable the #energytransition. #transitionmanagement

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The Dutch government has set the target of halving greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Recognising the significance of renewable energy in achieving this target, the Netherlands Energy Research Association (NERA) is actively involved in promoting and advancing sustainable energy solutions. We spoke to Andre Faaij, Chairman of NERA, about the role of research and collaboration in realising a widespread energy transition in the Netherlands and beyond. #EnergyTransition #Netherlands #RenewableEnergy https://bit.ly/3yNN2j1

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🌬️ Look what the wind blew in – statistics from Centraal Bureau voor de Statistiek (CBS) show that over half of electricity production in the Netherlands now comes from renewable sources, marking the seventh month this year that renewable energy produced more than fossil fuels. 🍃 A combination of strong winds and a significant increase in offshore wind turbines led to a doubling of wind energy production last month leading to a 23% increase compared to September last year. ☀️ And it’s not just the wind turbines. Due to the growing number of solar panels, solar panel production grew more than 7%. Overall this is a key milestone representing a strategic move to reduce fossil fuel reliance, as well as supporting climate commitments on both a national and European level. 🏙️ Amsterdam continues to lead in the energy transition, with half of its rooftops covered in solar panels and home to one of the most sustainable ports in the EU, demonstrating its commitment to addressing environmental challenges and fostering a sustainable future. 🔗 Find out how key facts and figures about what Amsterdam is doing to combat climate change here: https://lnkd.in/e95P3Ve2 #SustainableAmsterdam #GreenEnergy #GreenAmsterdam #EnergyTransition 

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Very good news for #renewable #hydrogen (#RFNBO) and #electrolyser developers in the Netherlands! Today the 2024 #OWE #funding scheme has been officially published ... https://lnkd.in/eAjAVayf https://lnkd.in/eqEaa9bk Short summary: - application window: 15-31 October 2024 - 998.330.000,- budget, max 50% allocated to a single ELY project - both capex (max 80%) and operational funding (5-10 years) - operational funding based on delegated acts (RFNBO + GHG reduction) compliant hydrogen - funding award based on "total funding per ELY MW capacity" ranking metric - only mature ELY projects are eligible, illustrated by advanced wabo permit application process and RES PPA offer - ELY COD within 5 years after funding award Many thanks to the Ministerie van Klimaat en Groene Groei staff for their dedication and focus to bring this very important subsidy instrument to the market, a crucial stepping stone for the next wave of electrolyser FID's!

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NL: Impact of Picasso on Dutch Balancing Market: After 12 days of Picasso in NL, any analysis of the impacts is still inconclusive as the market has seen some specific circumstances. But I've got some initial results to share anyway. If you consider the period after go live, it is comparable to January and February of this year. However if you compare early October to late October the differences are quite large. Left out of the analysis are the 1% most extreme balancing activations, which have not really changed (they happen when there is no cross border capacity). Mid-merit order balancing looks like it has become more moderate, Activated volumes have not significantly changed (but I have a feeling that is not the whole story), the biggest impact seems to be on dual pricing. There are not fewer periods with dual pricing (even a slight increase), but the impact is lower because the difference between upward and downward prices has dropped dramatically. #picasso #nlpower #balancing #aFRR

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I regularly get questions about electricity production in belgium and surrounding countries and the associated CO2 emissions.  This is a very interesting website with lots of figures and a nice visual representation of where and how electricity is produced and transported in Europe. https://lnkd.in/ejXTYFZF

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The Dutch hydrogen sector in full force > Clean hydrogen, produced from renewable energy, is essential but currently more expensive than fossil fuels. The Netherlands is strategically positioned to become a ‘green energy gateway‘ to Europe and play an essential role in the global energy transition. Our government’s long-term strategy focuses on creating regional hubs and developing hydrogen corridors with hydrogen-producing countries. This month and next, the Dutch hydrogen sector is being globally positioned NL Branded across five continents: at APHS in Australia, Hyvolution in Chile, Hydrogen Technology Expo in Germany, ADIPEC in the Gulf Region and Global African Hydrogen Summit in Namibia. Interested in this subject? Explore the #Hydrogen Guide to learn more about the opportunities and innovations in clean hydrogen. https://lnkd.in/eNZhWrXy

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🇳🇱🇪🇺Dutch Government Prioritises Hydrogen and CO₂ Infrastructure in the Delta Rhine Corridor - To accelerate the decarbonisation of industry and avoid further delays to the Delta Rhine Corridor (DRC), the Dutch government has decided to prioritise hydrogen and CO₂ infrastructure in this critical project. This move strengthens the transition to sustainable energy, reduces reliance on foreign resources, and supports national climate goals. The decision provides stakeholders with much-needed clarity and lays a solid foundation for a cleaner industrial sector. On 5 December, Minister Sophie Hermans (Climate Policy and Green Growth), supported by Ministers Barry Madlener (Infrastructure and Water Management) and Mona Keijzer (Housing and Spatial Planning) informed the Netherlands Parliament of this strategic shift. The Delta Rhine Corridor is a large-scale initiative to construct underground pipelines from the Port of Rotterdam, via Moerdijk, to Germany. By focusing on hydrogen and CO₂ pipelines, the project will significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions while providing industry with the essential infrastructure for cleaner production. This will not only help meet climate goals but also strengthen the development of a sustainable economy. The original DRC plan included multiple modalities, such as ammonia and HVDC cables, but proved too ambitious and complex. Interdependencies and spatial constraints led to significant delays. By narrowing the scope to hydrogen and CO₂ infrastructure, which are critical for industrial decarbonisation, the project can now proceed with a clear timeline, targeting completion between 2031 and 2033. This clarity gives businesses the confidence to invest in sustainable technologies and positions the Netherlands as a global hydrogen hub and leader in CO₂ storage. Ammonia pipelines and HVDC cables, originally part of the DRC, have been excluded for now due to insufficient development and planning challenges. For HVDC cables, vital for transporting offshore wind energy to the mainland, delays could push completion to 2040. Efforts to identify alternative routes are being expedited. While recognising the implications, the government emphasises that maintaining the original integrated approach would have delayed all components. This decision allows for the timely realisation of hydrogen and CO₂ infrastructure, accelerating industrial decarbonisation and enhancing international collaboration, particularly with Germany as a key partner. This milestone reinforces the Delta Rhine Corridor’s strategic importance for the Netherlands’ sustainable future. https://lnkd.in/ees6xWXf #hydrogen #waterstof #wasserstoff #hydrogène #brint #hidrógeno #sustainability #energy

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